Medical Biller jobs in Temple, TX
Medical Billers in the Temple area earn a median of $18.60 per hour, about $38,680 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $16.92 and $22.27. That ranks 338th of 384 U.S. metro areas for medical biller pay, and 315th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Temple. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Temple.
- $18.60median pay per hour, Killeen
- $17–$22typical range per hour
- 230medical billers employed in the metro area
- 91cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Biller pay in Temple, TX
The metro median is 11% below the Texas statewide median of $20.81 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.68 per hour. BLS counts about 230 billing and posting clerks employed in the Killeen-Temple metro area, 1.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.57).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $14.78 | $30,740 | 35% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $16.92 | $35,190 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.60 | $38,680 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.27 | $46,320 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $27.25 | $56,680 | 20% above U.S. median |
How Temple ranks
- 338th of 384 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 315th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 13th 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 Temple
- Overall prices in Killeen-Temple run 9% below the U.S. average (index 91.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 22% below the U.S. average (index 77.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.60 median hour buys what $20.41 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: $33,480
- Per month: $2,790
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Killeen-Temple metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Temple
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Temple.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple Temple, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Temple Va Medical Center (Va Central Texas Healthcare System) Temple, TX | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Canyon Creek Behavioral Health Temple, TX | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Killeen, TX | 20 mi | $18.60/hr | 160,616 |
| Waco, TX | 33 mi | $18.06/hr | 146,608 |
| Georgetown, TX | 35 mi | $22.23/hr | 101,344 |
| Round Rock, TX | 43 mi | $22.23/hr | 135,359 |
| Leander, TX | 46 mi | $22.23/hr | 87,511 |
| Pflugerville, TX | 47 mi | $22.23/hr | 66,819 |
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.
Other healthcare roles in Temple
Temple city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical billers make in Temple, TX?
Medical Billers in the Killeen-Temple metro area have a median pay of $18.60 per hour, about $38,680 a year. The middle half earn between $16.92 and $22.27 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Temple a good place for medical billers once cost of living is counted?
Killeen-Temple ranks 315th of 341 metro areas for medical biller pay after adjusting for local prices, and 338th of 384 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical billers work in Temple?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Temple, led by Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Temple 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.
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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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