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Specialty Physician Coder, OBGYN
MemorialCare · Fountain Valley, CA
$33.79–$49.00/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Medical Coder jobs in Santa Barbara, CA
Pay for medical coders in the Santa Barbara area centers on $27.15 per hour, or about $56,470 a year. The lower quarter earns under $21.91 and the upper quarter over $35.75. That ranks 41st of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 138th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Santa Barbara. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Santa Barbara.
- $27.15median pay per hour, Santa Maria
- $22–$36typical range per hour
- 200medical coders employed in the metro area
- 109cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Coder pay in Santa Barbara, CA
The metro median is 5% below the California statewide median of $28.70 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 200 medical records specialists employed in the Santa Maria-Santa Barbara metro area, 1.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.82).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.61 | $40,790 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $21.91 | $45,570 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Median | $27.15 | $56,470 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $35.75 | $74,360 | 48% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $53.41 | $111,090 | 121% above U.S. median |
How Santa Barbara ranks
- 41st of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 138th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 9th 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 Santa Barbara
- Overall prices in Santa Maria-Santa Barbara run 9% above the U.S. average (index 108.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 51% above the U.S. average (index 151.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $27.15 median hour buys what $24.95 buys at the national price level, 3% 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$977
- Per year: $48,870
- Per month: $4,072
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Santa Maria-Santa Barbara metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Ontario, CA
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Hospitals in Santa Barbara
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Santa Barbara.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital Santa Barbara, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Santa Barbara, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Santa Barbara County Psychiatric Health Facility Santa Barbara, CA | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Buenaventura, CA | 28 mi | $25.84/hr | 109,831 |
| Oxnard, CA | 32 mi | $25.84/hr | 200,616 |
| Camarillo, CA | 41 mi | $25.84/hr | 69,881 |
| Thousand Oaks, CA | 50 mi | $25.84/hr | 124,229 |
| Santa Maria, CA | 55 mi | $27.15/hr | 111,346 |
| Simi Valley, CA | 56 mi | $25.84/hr | 125,778 |
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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
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Common questions
How much do medical coders make in Santa Barbara, CA?
Medical Coders in the Santa Maria-Santa Barbara metro area have a median pay of $27.15 per hour, about $56,470 a year. The middle half earn between $21.91 and $35.75 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Santa Barbara a good place for medical coders once cost of living is counted?
Santa Maria-Santa Barbara ranks 138th of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 41st of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% above the U.S. average.
Where do medical coders work in Santa Barbara?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Santa Barbara, led by Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a California license to work in Santa Barbara 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
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- Specialty Physician Coder, OBGYNPermanent$33.79–$49.00/ hour
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