IL · Springfield · Updated October 15, 2026

Medical Coder jobs in Springfield, IL

The median medical coder pay in the Springfield area is $23.73 per hour ($49,360 a year), with the typical range running from $21.23 to $28.76. That ranks 148th of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 108th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Springfield. The free report below lists employers near Springfield and what they pay.

Medical Coder pay in Springfield, IL

The metro median is in line with the Illinois statewide median of $23.76 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 150 medical records specialists employed in the Springfield metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.17).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$18.06$37,56025% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$21.23$44,16012% below U.S. median
Median$23.73$49,3602% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$28.76$59,82019% above U.S. median
Top 10%$31.59$65,71031% above U.S. median

How Springfield ranks

  • 148th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 108th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
  • 3rd 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.

What your pay buys in Springfield

  • Overall prices in Springfield 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 $23.73 median hour buys what $25.59 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.

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Estimated weekly gross$854
  • Per year: $42,714
  • Per month: $3,560

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Springfield 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 Springfield 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 Springfield

CMS lists 3 hospitals in Springfield.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Memorial Medical Center
Springfield, IL
Acute careNonprofit3 of 5Yes
St Johns Hospital
Springfield, IL
Acute careNonprofit2 of 5Yes
Andrew Mcfarland Mental Hlth Ctr
Springfield, IL
PsychiatricGovernment and federalNot 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, IL38 mi$23.27/hr68,763
Bloomington, IL59 mi$21.43/hr79,232
Normal, IL61 mi$21.43/hr53,304
Peoria, IL66 mi$23.13/hr111,696
Champaign, IL76 mi$22.33/hr91,961
Florissant, MO78 mi$23.54/hr51,290

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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Other healthcare roles in Springfield

Springfield city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do medical coders make in Springfield, IL?

Medical Coders in the Springfield metro area have a median pay of $23.73 per hour, about $49,360 a year. The middle half earn between $21.23 and $28.76 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

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

Springfield ranks 108th of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 148th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.

Where do medical coders work in Springfield?

CMS lists 3 hospitals in Springfield, led by Memorial Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Illinois license to work in Springfield 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.

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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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