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Medical Coder jobs in Little Rock, AR
Pay for medical coders in the Little Rock area centers on $19.67 per hour, or about $40,910 a year. The lower quarter earns under $18.17 and the upper quarter over $24.24. The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Little Rock. That ranks 316th of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 276th of 328 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Little Rock.
- $19.67median pay per hour, Little Rock
- $18–$24typical range per hour
- 630medical coders employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 3% above the Arkansas statewide median of $19.19 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 630 medical records specialists employed in the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway metro area, 1.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.47).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.05 | $33,380 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.17 | $37,790 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Median | $19.67 | $40,910 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $24.24 | $50,420 | in line with U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $31.32 | $65,150 | 30% above U.S. median |
How Little Rock ranks
- 316th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 276th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 5 Arkansas metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Medical Records Specialists (SOC 29-2072), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Little Rock
- Overall prices in Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 32% below the U.S. average (index 68.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $19.67 median hour buys what $22.01 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.
Estimate your Little Rock paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$708
- Per year: $35,406
- Per month: $2,951
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Little Rock
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Little Rock.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas Heart Hospital, Llc Little Rock, AR | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock Little Rock, AR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Chi-St Vincent Infirmary Little Rock, AR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Arkansas Medical Sciences Little Rock, AR | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Va Central Ar. Veterans Healthcare System Lr Little Rock, AR | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Arkansas Children's Hospital Little Rock, AR | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Arkansas State Hospital Little Rock, AR | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Medical Coder pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Little Rock, AR | 8 mi | $19.67/hr | 64,498 |
| Conway, AR | 25 mi | $19.67/hr | 70,711 |
| Jonesboro, AR | 121 mi | $19.86/hr | 82,384 |
| Fort Smith, AR | 122 mi | $17.66/hr | 90,507 |
| Southaven, MS | 136 mi | $27.20/hr | 57,493 |
| Fayetteville, AR | 138 mi | $19.55/hr | 103,134 |
Medical Coder jobs in Arkansas · Medical Coder jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Arkansas
Medical coders translate diagnoses and procedures into billing and reporting codes.
- CPC, CCS or equivalent coding credential
- Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS
- Experience with encoder and EHR systems
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Common questions
How much do medical coders make in Little Rock, AR?
Medical Coders in the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway metro area have a median pay of $19.67 per hour, about $40,910 a year. The middle half earn between $18.17 and $24.24 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Little Rock a good place for medical coders once cost of living is counted?
Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway ranks 276th of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 316th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical coders in Little Rock?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Little Rock. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Little Rock.
Do I need a Arkansas license to work in Little Rock as a medical coder?
CPC, CCS or equivalent coding credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arkansas requires for your role with the Arkansas 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
- CommonSpirit HealthCentennial, CO · 3 postings$34.69/ hr$26–$44
- Banner HealthArizona, AZ · 3 postings$31.92/ hr$26–$44
- Avera HealthSioux Falls, SD · 3 postings$31.75/ hr$24–$46
- Sarah Bush Lincoln Health SystemIllinois · 4 postings$28.97/ hr$23–$37
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Low$23Median$31.56High$42
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