Medical Biller jobs in Port St. Lucie, FL
Pay for medical billers in the Port St. Lucie area centers on $20.76 per hour, or about $43,180 a year. The lower quarter earns under $18.42 and the upper quarter over $23.82. That ranks 242nd of 384 U.S. metro areas for medical biller pay, and 305th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Port St. Lucie. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Port St. Lucie.
- $20.76median pay per hour, Port St. Lucie
- $18–$24typical range per hour
- 420medical billers employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Biller pay in Port St. Lucie, FL
The metro median is 5% below the Florida statewide median of $21.92 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.68 per hour. BLS counts about 420 billing and posting clerks employed in the Port St. Lucie metro area, 2.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.93).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.24 | $35,860 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.42 | $38,310 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $20.76 | $43,180 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.82 | $49,550 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $27.79 | $57,800 | 23% above U.S. median |
How Port St. Lucie ranks
- 242nd of 384 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 305th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 12th of 20 Florida 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 Port St. Lucie
- Overall prices in Port St. Lucie run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% above the U.S. average (index 113.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $20.76 median hour buys what $20.71 buys at the national price level, 9% 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: $37,368
- Per month: $3,114
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Port St. Lucie metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Port St. Lucie
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Port St. Lucie.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Lucie Medical Center Port Saint Lucie, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Port St Lucie Hospital Port Saint Lucie, FL | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Pierce, FL | 10 mi | $20.76/hr | 50,805 |
| Jupiter, FL | 30 mi | $22.25/hr | 62,987 |
| Palm Beach Gardens, FL | 33 mi | $22.25/hr | 63,284 |
| West Palm Beach, FL | 40 mi | $22.25/hr | 127,744 |
| Wellington, FL | 44 mi | $22.25/hr | 63,258 |
| Palm Bay, FL | 50 mi | $21.75/hr | 142,023 |
Medical Biller jobs in Florida · Medical Biller jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Florida
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
Florida 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.
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Common questions
How much do medical billers make in Port St. Lucie, FL?
Medical Billers in the Port St. Lucie metro area have a median pay of $20.76 per hour, about $43,180 a year. The middle half earn between $18.42 and $23.82 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Port St. Lucie a good place for medical billers once cost of living is counted?
Port St. Lucie ranks 305th of 341 metro areas for medical biller pay after adjusting for local prices, and 242nd of 384 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do medical billers work in Port St. Lucie?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Port St. Lucie, led by St Lucie Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Port St. Lucie as a medical biller?
Medical billing or coding training; CPB is a plus. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida 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 Port St. Lucie?
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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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