PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Billing Specialist
BrightSpring Health Services · Vancouver, WA
$21.00–$23.00/ hour
Medical Biller jobs in Lacey, WA
Pay for medical billers in the Lacey area centers on $25.81 per hour, or about $53,690 a year. The lower quarter earns under $22.64 and the upper quarter over $28.28. That ranks 16th of 384 U.S. metro areas for medical biller pay, and 24th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Lacey. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Lacey.
- $25.81median pay per hour, Olympia
- $23–$28typical range per hour
- 330medical billers employed in the metro area
- 104cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Biller pay in Lacey, WA
The metro median is 5% below the Washington statewide median of $27.03 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.68 per hour. BLS counts about 330 billing and posting clerks employed in the Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater metro area, 2.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.95).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.56 | $40,680 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.64 | $47,090 | in line with U.S. median |
| Median | $25.81 | $53,690 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $28.28 | $58,820 | 25% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $30.52 | $63,480 | 35% above U.S. median |
How Lacey ranks
- 16th of 384 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 24th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 8 Washington 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 Lacey
- Overall prices in Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater run 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 17% above the U.S. average (index 116.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $25.81 median hour buys what $24.90 buys at the national price level, 10% 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$929
- Per year: $46,458
- Per month: $3,872
- Washington has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Hospitals in Lacey
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lacey.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Sound Behavioral Hospital Lacey, WA | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olympia, WA | 5 mi | $25.81/hr | 56,271 |
| Lakewood, WA | 15 mi | $28.65/hr | 62,709 |
| Tacoma, WA | 21 mi | $28.65/hr | 228,202 |
| Federal Way, WA | 28 mi | $28.65/hr | 100,252 |
| Auburn, WA | 33 mi | $28.65/hr | 85,513 |
| Kent, WA | 36 mi | $28.65/hr | 136,588 |
Medical Biller jobs in Washington · Medical Biller jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Washington
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
Washington 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 Lacey, WA?
Medical Billers in the Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater metro area have a median pay of $25.81 per hour, about $53,690 a year. The middle half earn between $22.64 and $28.28 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lacey a good place for medical billers once cost of living is counted?
Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater ranks 24th of 341 metro areas for medical biller pay after adjusting for local prices, and 16th of 384 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Where do medical billers work in Lacey?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lacey, led by South Sound Behavioral Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Washington license to work in Lacey as a medical biller?
Medical billing or coding training; CPB is a plus. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Washington requires for your role with the Washington 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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