Medical Biller jobs in Birmingham, AL
Medical Billers in the Birmingham area earn a median of $18.67 per hour, about $38,830 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $17.32 and $21.89. That ranks 337th of 384 U.S. metro areas for medical biller pay, and 318th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 9 hospitals in Birmingham. The free report below lists employers near Birmingham and what they pay.
- $18.67median pay per hour, Birmingham
- $17–$22typical range per hour
- 1,600medical billers employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Biller pay in Birmingham, AL
The metro median is 2% above the Alabama statewide median of $18.33 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.68 per hour. BLS counts about 1,600 billing and posting clerks employed in the Birmingham metro area, 3.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.14).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $14.80 | $30,780 | 35% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.32 | $36,030 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.67 | $38,830 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.89 | $45,530 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $25.91 | $53,890 | 14% above U.S. median |
How Birmingham ranks
- 337th of 384 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 318th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 8 Alabama metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for medical biller. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Billing and Posting Clerks.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Billing and Posting Clerks (SOC 43-3021), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Birmingham
- Overall prices in Birmingham run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 28% below the U.S. average (index 71.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.67 median hour buys what $20.37 buys at the national price level, 10% below 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: $33,606
- Per month: $2,801
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Birmingham metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Birmingham
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Birmingham.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham Va Medical Center Birmingham, AL | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital Birmingham, AL | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Grandview Medical Center Birmingham, AL | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Princeton Baptist Medical Center Birmingham, AL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St Vincent's Birmingham Birmingham, AL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St. Vincent's East Birmingham, AL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Alabama Hospital Birmingham, AL | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| The Children's Hospital Of Alabama Birmingham, AL | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Hill Crest Behavioral Health Services Birmingham, AL | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Medical Biller pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoover, AL | 11 mi | $18.67/hr | 93,013 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 47 mi | $20.80/hr | 114,288 |
| Decatur, AL | 73 mi | $19.83/hr | 57,974 |
| Huntsville, AL | 81 mi | $18.85/hr | 230,402 |
| Madison, AL | 82 mi | $18.85/hr | 64,029 |
| Montgomery, AL | 87 mi | $17.91/hr | 195,818 |
Medical Biller jobs in Alabama · Medical Biller jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Alabama
Medical billers prepare and submit claims, follow up on denials and post payments.
- Medical billing or coding training; CPB is a plus
- Knowledge of payer rules and claim forms
- Experience with billing and EHR systems
Alabama taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Birmingham
Birmingham city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical billers make in Birmingham, AL?
Medical Billers in the Birmingham metro area have a median pay of $18.67 per hour, about $38,830 a year. The middle half earn between $17.32 and $21.89 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Birmingham a good place for medical billers once cost of living is counted?
Birmingham ranks 318th of 341 metro areas for medical biller pay after adjusting for local prices, and 337th of 384 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical billers work in Birmingham?
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Birmingham, led by Birmingham Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Alabama license to work in Birmingham as a medical biller?
Medical billing or coding training; CPB is a plus. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Alabama requires for your role with the Alabama 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 medical billers in Birmingham?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- OSF Healthcare SystemPeoria, IL · 1 posting$36.48/ hr$34–$39
- ChristianaCareWilmington, DE · 1 posting$28.42/ hr$23–$34
- Sentara HealthcareVirginia Beach, VA · 1 posting$27.34/ hr$22–$33
- MarinHealthNovato, CA · 2 postings$25.20/ hr$23–$27
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