CA · Manteca · Updated October 15, 2026

Medical Coder jobs in Manteca, CA

The median medical coder pay in the Manteca area is $29.38 per hour ($61,120 a year), with the typical range running from $23.12 to $36.93. That ranks 19th of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 38th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Manteca. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Manteca.

Medical Coder pay in Manteca, CA

The metro median is 2% above the California statewide median of $28.70 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 280 medical records specialists employed in the Stockton-Lodi metro area, 1.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.79).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$19.89$41,37018% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$23.12$48,0904% below U.S. median
Median$29.38$61,12022% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$36.93$76,81053% above U.S. median
Top 10%$44.29$92,12083% above U.S. median

How Manteca ranks

  • 19th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 38th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
  • 6th of 24 California 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 Manteca

  • Overall prices in Stockton-Lodi run 5% above the U.S. average (index 105.1, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 16% above the U.S. average (index 115.6).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $29.38 median hour buys what $27.96 buys at the national price level, 16% 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$1,058
  • Per year: $52,884
  • Per month: $4,407

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

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Hospitals in Manteca

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Manteca.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Kaiser Foundation Hospital Manteca
Manteca, CA
Acute careNonprofit4 of 5Yes
Doctors Hospital Of Manteca
Manteca, CA
Acute careNonprofit2 of 5Yes

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

Medical Coder pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Tracy, CA13 mi$29.38/hr100,136
Stockton, CA14 mi$29.38/hr324,975
Modesto, CA16 mi$23.42/hr220,592
Turlock, CA28 mi$23.42/hr72,888
Brentwood, CA28 mi$35.18/hr66,286
Livermore, CA30 mi$35.18/hr84,867

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What employers ask for, and tax basics in California

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

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

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Common questions

How much do medical coders make in Manteca, CA?

Medical Coders in the Stockton-Lodi metro area have a median pay of $29.38 per hour, about $61,120 a year. The middle half earn between $23.12 and $36.93 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is Manteca a good place for medical coders once cost of living is counted?

Stockton-Lodi ranks 38th of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 19th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% above the U.S. average.

Where do medical coders work in Manteca?

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Manteca, led by Kaiser Foundation Hospital Manteca. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a California license to work in Manteca as a medical coder?

CPC, CCS or equivalent coding credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what California requires for your role with the California 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 employers

  • Comcare Home Health, IncGlendale, CA · 1 wage offer$32.56/ hr$33–$33
  • 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

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Low$27Median$37.59High$49

4 Coder postings with published pay in California, 4 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 4 Coder roles

  1. Specialty Physician Coder, OBGYNPermanent
    $33.79–$49.00/ hour
    MemorialCare · Fountain Valley, CA · posted today
  2. OP Coder Auditor TraineePermanent
    $26.04–$29.69/ hour
    Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Ontario, CA · posted today

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