Medical Coder jobs in Columbus, GA
Pay for medical coders in the Columbus area centers on $22.83 per hour, or about $47,480 a year. The lower quarter earns under $17.61 and the upper quarter over $28.74. That ranks 203rd of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 109th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Columbus. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Columbus.
- $22.83median pay per hour, Columbus
- $18–$29typical range per hour
- 180medical coders employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Coder pay in Columbus, GA
The metro median is 3% below the Georgia statewide median of $23.55 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 180 medical records specialists employed in the Columbus metro area, 1.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.30).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.85 | $32,970 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.61 | $36,630 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.83 | $47,480 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $28.74 | $59,780 | 19% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $32.18 | $66,930 | 33% above U.S. median |
How Columbus ranks
- 203rd of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 109th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 12 Georgia 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 Columbus
- Overall prices in Columbus run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 39% below the U.S. average (index 61.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.83 median hour buys what $25.57 buys at the national price level, 6% 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.
Get the Columbus Medical Coder pay report
Named employers near Columbus, what they pay and the roles open now. Free for candidates, email only.
Get my free pay reportEstimate your Columbus paycheck
- Per year: $41,094
- Per month: $3,424
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Columbus metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Columbus
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Columbus.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piedmont Columbus Regional Northside Columbus, GA | Acute care | For-profit | 5 of 5 | No |
| St Francis Hospital- Emory Healthcare Columbus, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | No |
| Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown Columbus, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| West Central Georgia Regional Hospital Columbus, GA | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn, AL | 37 mi | $21.96/hr | 83,757 |
| Warner Robins, GA | 71 mi | $21.56/hr | 86,199 |
| Macon, GA | 72 mi | $20.70/hr | 157,056 |
| Albany, GA | 76 mi | $19.09/hr | 66,705 |
| South Fulton, GA | 80 mi | $24.97/hr | 112,003 |
| Montgomery, AL | 82 mi | $20.32/hr | 195,818 |
Medical Coder jobs in Georgia · Medical Coder jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Georgia
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
Georgia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Columbus
Columbus city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical coders make in Columbus, GA?
Medical Coders in the Columbus metro area have a median pay of $22.83 per hour, about $47,480 a year. The middle half earn between $17.61 and $28.74 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Columbus a good place for medical coders once cost of living is counted?
Columbus ranks 109th of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 203rd of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical coders work in Columbus?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Columbus, led by Piedmont Columbus Regional Northside. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Columbus as a medical coder?
CPC, CCS or equivalent coding credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place medical coders in Columbus?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Columbus and across Georgia. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Columbus.
What do employers near Columbus pay medical coders? Get the report.
Tell us your role and city. Within 24 hours you get an email with three things, by employer name. It costs you nothing, because employers pay us.
- 1Pay for your role at other hospitals
The hourly pay at named employers near you, so you see who pays most.
- 2What they are offering now
The pay range and median across current postings, and how many were posted this month.
- 3Roles open for you right now
Every current opening near you with pay, shift and start date. Reply with one click.
Get your free pay report
110+ Medical Coder roles in Georgia, sent free by email
Tell us who you are and what you do. We email the report within 24 hours on business days.
Your Coder pay reportTop-paying employers shown · your Georgia list by name comes with the full report
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Preferred Healthcare LLCDuluth, GA · 1 wage offer$22.04/ hr$22–$22
- 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
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings. Request your Georgia list
2What they are offering now
53 Coder postings with published pay in the US, 44 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open Coder roles
Open Coder roles near Columbus, GA, each with pay, shift and start date, arrive with your report.