IL · Champaign · Updated October 15, 2026

Medical Coder jobs in Champaign, IL

Pay for medical coders in the Champaign area centers on $22.33 per hour, or about $46,450 a year. The lower quarter earns under $18.51 and the upper quarter over $28.83. That ranks 233rd of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 177th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Champaign. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Champaign.

More open Medical Coder roles in Champaign

6 more open roles from employers in Champaign. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.

PermanentPosted 9 days ago

CODER (CERT)

Universal Health Services · Champaign, IL

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  • Full Time Support and Entry Level 40
  • Req 373797
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Medical Coder pay in Champaign, IL

The metro median is 6% below the Illinois statewide median of $23.76 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 120 medical records specialists employed in the Champaign-Urbana metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.90).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$15.61$32,47035% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$18.51$38,50023% below U.S. median
Median$22.33$46,4508% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$28.83$59,97019% above U.S. median
Top 10%$33.75$70,20040% above U.S. median

How Champaign ranks

  • 233rd of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 177th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
  • 6th of 7 Illinois 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 Champaign

  • Overall prices in Champaign-Urbana run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.7, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 28% below the U.S. average (index 71.6).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $22.33 median hour buys what $24.09 buys at the national price level, in line with 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 Champaign paycheck

Estimated weekly gross$804
  • Per year: $40,194
  • Per month: $3,349

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

Open Medical Coder roles in Illinois

Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Champaign as they open.

RemotePosted 22 days ago

Coder Hospital-1

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health System · Remote · IL hiring

$22.72–$35.22/ hour
  • Full time
  • Req JR104884
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RemotePosted 30+ days ago

Coder Technical Charging

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health System · Remote · IL hiring

$22.72–$35.22/ hour
  • Full time
  • Req JR104885
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RemotePosted 30+ days ago

Coder - Professional

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health System · Remote · IL hiring

$22.72–$35.22/ hour
  • Full time
  • Req JR105181
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Hospitals in Champaign

CMS lists 1 hospital in Champaign.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
The Pavilion
Champaign, IL
PsychiatricNonprofitNot ratedNo

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
Decatur, IL39 mi$23.27/hr68,763
Bloomington, IL44 mi$21.43/hr79,232
Normal, IL47 mi$21.43/hr53,304
Terre Haute, IN66 mi$19.77/hr58,531
Springfield, IL76 mi$23.73/hr112,949
Lafayette, IN77 mi$21.83/hr71,757

Medical Coder jobs in Illinois · Medical Coder jobs nationwide

What employers ask for, and tax basics in Illinois

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

Illinois 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 Champaign, IL?

Medical Coders in the Champaign-Urbana metro area have a median pay of $22.33 per hour, about $46,450 a year. The middle half earn between $18.51 and $28.83 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

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

Champaign-Urbana ranks 177th of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 233rd of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.

Where do medical coders work in Champaign?

CMS lists 1 hospital in Champaign, led by The Pavilion. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Illinois license to work in Champaign as a medical coder?

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

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1Pay for your role at other hospitals

  • Sarah Bush Lincoln Health SystemIllinois · 4 postings$28.97/ hr$23–$37
  • 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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2What they are offering now

Low$23Median$28.97High$36

5 Coder postings with published pay in Illinois, 2 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 5 Coder roles

  1. Coder Auditor-ProfessionalRemote
    $23.87–$37.00/ hour
    Sarah Bush Lincoln Health System · Remote (IL hiring) · posted 10 days ago
  2. Coder Hospital-1Remote
    $22.72–$35.22/ hour
    Sarah Bush Lincoln Health System · Remote (IL hiring) · posted 22 days ago

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