KS · Lawrence · Updated October 15, 2026

Medical Coder jobs in Lawrence, KS

Medical Coders in the Lawrence area earn a median of $25.06 per hour, about $52,120 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $19.63 and $25.68. That ranks 87th of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 43rd of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Lawrence. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Lawrence.

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LMH Health · Lawrence, KS

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Medical Coder pay in Lawrence, KS

The metro median is 7% above the Kansas statewide median of $23.40 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 70 medical records specialists employed in the Lawrence metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.12).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$17.19$35,76029% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$19.63$40,83019% below U.S. median
Median$25.06$52,1204% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$25.68$53,4106% above U.S. median
Top 10%$30.76$63,98027% above U.S. median

How Lawrence ranks

  • 87th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 43rd of 328 after adjusting for local prices
  • 2nd of 4 Kansas 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 Lawrence

  • Overall prices in Lawrence run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.2, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 28% below the U.S. average (index 71.6).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $25.06 median hour buys what $27.77 buys at the national price level, 15% 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$902
  • Per year: $45,108
  • Per month: $3,759

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

Hospitals in Lawrence

CMS lists 1 hospital in Lawrence.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Lmh
Lawrence, KS
Acute careGovernment and federal4 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
Topeka, KS24 mi$29.28/hr125,467
Olathe, KS25 mi$23.92/hr149,035
Lenexa, KS25 mi$23.92/hr59,427
Shawnee, KS25 mi$23.92/hr69,724
Kansas City, KS30 mi$23.92/hr156,752
Overland Park, KS31 mi$23.92/hr202,893

Medical Coder jobs in Kansas · Medical Coder jobs nationwide

What employers ask for, and tax basics in Kansas

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

Kansas 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 Lawrence, KS?

Medical Coders in the Lawrence metro area have a median pay of $25.06 per hour, about $52,120 a year. The middle half earn between $19.63 and $25.68 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

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

Lawrence ranks 43rd of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 87th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.

Where do medical coders work in Lawrence?

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

Do I need a Kansas license to work in Lawrence as a medical coder?

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