IL · Springfield · Updated October 15, 2026

Medical Biller jobs in Springfield, IL

The median medical biller pay in the Springfield area is $21.28 per hour ($44,250 a year), with the typical range running from $18.97 to $23.43. That ranks 204th of 384 U.S. metro areas for medical biller pay, and 145th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Springfield. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Springfield.

Medical Biller pay in Springfield, IL

The metro median is 8% below the Illinois statewide median of $23.09 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.68 per hour. BLS counts about 420 billing and posting clerks employed in the Springfield metro area, 4.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.52).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$17.14$35,65024% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$18.97$39,46016% below U.S. median
Median$21.28$44,2506% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$23.43$48,7303% above U.S. median
Top 10%$27.84$57,91023% above U.S. median

How Springfield ranks

  • 204th of 384 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 145th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
  • 7th of 7 Illinois 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 Springfield

  • Overall prices in Springfield run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.7, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 28% below the U.S. average (index 71.6).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $21.28 median hour buys what $22.94 buys at the national price level, 1% 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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Estimated weekly gross$766
  • Per year: $38,304
  • Per month: $3,192

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Springfield metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Open Medical Biller roles in Illinois

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Hospitals in Springfield

CMS lists 3 hospitals in Springfield.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Memorial Medical Center
Springfield, IL
Acute careNonprofit3 of 5Yes
St Johns Hospital
Springfield, IL
Acute careNonprofit2 of 5Yes
Andrew Mcfarland Mental Hlth Ctr
Springfield, IL
PsychiatricGovernment and federalNot ratedNo

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Medical Biller pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Decatur, IL38 mi$21.63/hr68,763
Bloomington, IL59 mi$22.03/hr79,232
Normal, IL61 mi$22.03/hr53,304
Peoria, IL66 mi$23.07/hr111,696
Champaign, IL76 mi$22.03/hr91,961
Florissant, MO78 mi$22.34/hr51,290

Medical Biller jobs in Illinois · Medical Biller jobs nationwide

What employers ask for, and tax basics in Illinois

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

Illinois taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

Illinois state guide

Other healthcare roles in Springfield

Springfield city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do medical billers make in Springfield, IL?

Medical Billers in the Springfield metro area have a median pay of $21.28 per hour, about $44,250 a year. The middle half earn between $18.97 and $23.43 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is Springfield a good place for medical billers once cost of living is counted?

Springfield ranks 145th of 341 metro areas for medical biller pay after adjusting for local prices, and 204th of 384 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.

Where do medical billers work in Springfield?

CMS lists 3 hospitals in Springfield, led by Memorial Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Illinois license to work in Springfield as a medical biller?

Medical billing or coding training; CPB is a plus. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Illinois requires for your role with the Illinois licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.

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1Pay for your role at other hospitals

  • 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
  • Foundation Health PartnersFairbanks, AK · 1 posting$24.48/ hr$20–$29

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Low$18Median$22.18High$27

22 Biller postings with published pay in the US, 21 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 1 Biller roles

  1. Clinical Research Billing AnalystPermanent
    $33.52–$39.44/ hour
    OSF Healthcare System · Peoria, IL · posted 28 days ago

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