Medical Biller jobs in San Antonio, TX
Pay for medical billers in the San Antonio area centers on $20.56 per hour, or about $42,760 a year. The lower quarter earns under $17.65 and the upper quarter over $23.63. That ranks 253rd of 384 U.S. metro areas for medical biller pay, and 259th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 19 hospitals in San Antonio. Tell us your role and we email current openings near San Antonio.
- $20.56median pay per hour, San Antonio
- $18–$24typical range per hour
- 2,810medical billers employed in the metro area
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Biller pay in San Antonio, TX
The metro median is 1% below the Texas statewide median of $20.81 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.68 per hour. BLS counts about 2,810 billing and posting clerks employed in the San Antonio-New Braunfels 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% | $15.30 | $31,820 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.65 | $36,710 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $20.56 | $42,760 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.63 | $49,150 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $27.89 | $58,010 | 23% above U.S. median |
How San Antonio ranks
- 253rd of 384 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 259th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 24 Texas 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 San Antonio
- Overall prices in San Antonio-New Braunfels run 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $20.56 median hour buys what $21.71 buys at the national price level, 4% 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: $37,008
- Per month: $3,084
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the San Antonio-New Braunfels metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in San Antonio
CMS lists 19 hospitals in San Antonio.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Neighborhood Hospital Thousand Oaks San Antonio, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| San Antonio Va Medical Center (Va South Texas Healthcare System) San Antonio, TX | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Methodist Hospital San Antonio, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Methodist Hospital Stone Oak San Antonio, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Baptist Medical Center San Antonio, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Christus Santa Rosa Medical Center San Antonio, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Health System San Antonio, TX | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Bandera Family Hospital San Antonio, TX | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| Children's Hospital Of San Antonio San Antonio, TX | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Foundation Surgical Hospital Of San Antonio San Antonio, TX | Acute care | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Braunfels, TX | 30 mi | $20.56/hr | 116,477 |
| San Marcos, TX | 45 mi | $22.23/hr | 74,316 |
| Kyle, TX | 53 mi | $22.23/hr | 65,833 |
| Austin, TX | 74 mi | $22.23/hr | 993,588 |
| Cedar Park, TX | 84 mi | $22.23/hr | 78,380 |
| Leander, TX | 86 mi | $22.23/hr | 87,511 |
Medical Biller jobs in Texas · Medical Biller jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Texas
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
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.
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Common questions
How much do medical billers make in San Antonio, TX?
Medical Billers in the San Antonio-New Braunfels metro area have a median pay of $20.56 per hour, about $42,760 a year. The middle half earn between $17.65 and $23.63 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is San Antonio a good place for medical billers once cost of living is counted?
San Antonio-New Braunfels ranks 259th of 341 metro areas for medical biller pay after adjusting for local prices, and 253rd of 384 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical billers work in San Antonio?
CMS lists 19 hospitals in San Antonio, led by Baptist Neighborhood Hospital Thousand Oaks. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in San Antonio as a medical biller?
Medical billing or coding training; CPB is a plus. 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 medical billers in San Antonio?
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- 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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