FL · Gainesville · Updated October 15, 2026

Medical Coder jobs in Gainesville, FL

Medical Coders in the Gainesville area earn a median of $25.87 per hour, about $53,820 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $20.46 and $32.35. That ranks 67th of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 68th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Gainesville. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Gainesville.

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Medical Coder pay in Gainesville, FL

The metro median is 17% above the Florida statewide median of $22.11 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 380 medical records specialists employed in the Gainesville metro area, 2.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 2.08).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$17.28$35,94028% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$20.46$42,56015% below U.S. median
Median$25.87$53,8207% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$32.35$67,29034% above U.S. median
Top 10%$39.55$82,26064% above U.S. median

How Gainesville ranks

  • 67th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 68th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
  • 1st of 20 Florida 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.

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What your pay buys in Gainesville

  • Overall prices in Gainesville run 3% below the U.S. average (index 96.7, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.0).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $25.87 median hour buys what $26.74 buys at the national price level, 11% 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.

Estimate your Gainesville paycheck

Estimated weekly gross$931
  • Per year: $46,566
  • Per month: $3,880
  • Florida has no state income tax on wages.

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

Hospitals in Gainesville

CMS lists 3 hospitals in Gainesville.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Uf Health Shands Hospital
Gainesville, FL
Acute careNonprofit5 of 5Yes
Va North Florida/South Georgia Healthcare System - Gainesville
Gainesville, FL
Acute Care - Veterans AdministrationGovernment and federal4 of 5Yes
Hca Florida North Florida Hospital
Gainesville, FL
Acute careFor-profit3 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
Ocala, FL37 mi$18.31/hr70,251
Jacksonville, FL61 mi$22.80/hr1,009,833
Palm Coast, FL67 mi$21.04/hr106,729
Daytona Beach, FL82 mi$21.04/hr86,015
Apopka, FL84 mi$21.53/hr62,777
Deltona, FL87 mi$21.04/hr100,513

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Medical Coder salary in Florida

What employers ask for, and tax basics in Florida

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

Florida 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 coders make in Gainesville, FL?

Medical Coders in the Gainesville metro area have a median pay of $25.87 per hour, about $53,820 a year. The middle half earn between $20.46 and $32.35 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

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

Gainesville ranks 68th of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 67th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.

Where do medical coders work in Gainesville?

CMS lists 3 hospitals in Gainesville, led by Uf Health Shands Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Florida license to work in Gainesville as a medical coder?

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