CDI Specialist jobs in Austin, TX
CDI Specialists in the Austin area earn a median of $37.94 per hour, about $78,900 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $29.42 and $47.37. That ranks 30th of 133 U.S. metro areas for CDI Specialist pay, and 26th of 129 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 15 hospitals in Austin. The free report below lists employers near Austin and what they pay.
- $37.94median pay per hour, Austin
- $29–$47typical range per hour
- 210CDI Specialists employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
CDI Specialist pay in Austin, TX
The metro median is 1% above the Texas statewide median of $37.53 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.36 per hour. BLS counts about 210 health information technologists and medical registrars employed in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.69).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.31 | $48,480 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $29.42 | $61,190 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.94 | $78,900 | 17% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $47.37 | $98,530 | 46% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $58.88 | $122,470 | 82% above U.S. median |
How Austin ranks
- 30th of 133 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 26th of 129 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 9 Texas metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for CDI Specialist. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars (SOC 29-9021), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Austin
- Overall prices in Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 20% above the U.S. average (index 120.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.94 median hour buys what $38.69 buys at the national price level, 20% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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- Per year: $68,292
- Per month: $5,691
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Austin
CMS lists 15 hospitals in Austin.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascension Seton Northwest Austin, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Dell Seton Med Center At The University Of Tx Austin, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | No |
| St David's Medical Center Austin, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin Austin, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| North Austin Medical Center Austin, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St David's South Austin Medical Center Austin, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension Seton Southwest Austin, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center- Austin Austin, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Dell Children's Medical Center Austin, TX | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Northwest Hills Surgical Hospital Austin, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
CDI Specialist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pflugerville, TX | 14 mi | $37.94/hr | 66,819 |
| Cedar Park, TX | 15 mi | $37.94/hr | 78,380 |
| New Braunfels, TX | 47 mi | $41.22/hr | 116,477 |
| Killeen, TX | 54 mi | $30.11/hr | 160,616 |
| Temple, TX | 60 mi | $30.11/hr | 96,267 |
| San Antonio, TX | 74 mi | $41.22/hr | 1,526,656 |
CDI Specialist jobs in Texas · CDI Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Texas
Clinical documentation integrity specialists review charts and query clinicians so records reflect patient severity accurately.
- CCDS or CDIP credential, or the ability to earn one
- Clinical background such as RN, or coding experience
- Knowledge of DRGs and quality reporting
Texas does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Austin
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Common questions
How much do CDI Specialists make in Austin, TX?
CDI Specialists in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos metro area have a median pay of $37.94 per hour, about $78,900 a year. The middle half earn between $29.42 and $47.37 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Austin a good place for CDI Specialists once cost of living is counted?
Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos ranks 26th of 129 metro areas for CDI Specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 30th of 133 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do CDI Specialists work in Austin?
CMS lists 15 hospitals in Austin, led by Ascension Seton Northwest. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Austin as a CDI Specialist?
CCDS or CDIP credential, or the ability to earn one. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place CDI Specialists in Austin?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 1 posting$84.65/ hr$72–$97
- Emanate HealthWest Covina, CA · 1 posting$63.17/ hr$50–$77
- San Antonio Regional HospitalUpland, CA · 1 posting$59.87/ hr$48–$72
- Boston Medical CenterRemote, MA · 1 posting$56.69/ hr$38–$75
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8 CDI postings with published pay in the US, 8 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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