Medical Transcriptionists pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for medical transcriptionists is $18.60 an hour ($38,690 a year). About 620 people work in this job there.
That is 4% lower than the U.S. median ($40,410). Washington ranks 30th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for medical transcriptionists in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.20 | $35,780 |
| 25% of workers | $17.20 | $35,780 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.60 | $38,690 |
| 75% of workers | $23.60 | $49,090 |
| 90% of workers | $28.81 | $59,920 |
Medical Transcriptionists pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $45,920 | 40 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $36,270 | 410 |
| Kennewick-Richland | $34,650 | 50 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (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 Washington
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Receptionists and Information Clerks | $44,710 |
| Medical Assistants | $59,290 |
| Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants | $58,100 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $58,900 |
| Medical Records Specialists | $62,270 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $52,690 |
| Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars | $59,640 |
| File Clerks | $45,830 |
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