Medical Transcriptionists pay in Illinois
In Illinois, the median pay for medical transcriptionists is $21.87 an hour ($45,490 a year). About 970 people work in this job there.
That is 13% higher than the U.S. median ($40,410). Illinois ranks 10th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for medical transcriptionists in Illinois
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.27 | $31,760 |
| 25% of workers | $17.34 | $36,070 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.87 | $45,490 |
| 75% of workers | $24.44 | $50,840 |
| 90% of workers | $26.48 | $55,070 |
Medical Transcriptionists pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Peoria | $48,160 | 60 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin | $38,700 | 720 |
| Springfield | $36,060 | 40 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for medical transcriptionists
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Job outlook: -4.4% over ten years, declining · about 6,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Illinois
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Receptionists and Information Clerks | $37,400 |
| Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants | $46,670 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $46,650 |
| Medical Assistants | $46,090 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $42,260 |
| Medical Records Specialists | $56,440 |
| File Clerks | $49,920 |
| Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars | $62,780 |
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