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Senior Outpatient Coder
Essentia Health · Duluth, MN
$24.60–$36.34/ hour
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Medical Coder jobs in Duluth, MN
The median medical coder pay in the Duluth area is $23.97 per hour ($49,860 a year), with the typical range running from $23.37 to $30.01. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Duluth. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Duluth. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Duluth.
- $23.97median pay per hour, Duluth
- $23–$30typical range per hour
- 190medical coders employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 16% below the Minnesota statewide median of $28.52 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 190 medical records specialists employed in the Duluth metro area, 1.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.25).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.32 | $42,270 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.37 | $48,610 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.97 | $49,860 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $30.01 | $62,420 | 24% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $32.39 | $67,370 | 34% above U.S. median |
How Duluth ranks
- 133rd of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 61st of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 3 Minnesota 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 Duluth
- Overall prices in Duluth run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 29% below the U.S. average (index 71.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.97 median hour buys what $27.00 buys at the national price level, 12% 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 Duluth paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$863
- Per year: $43,146
- Per month: $3,596
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Duluth metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Duluth
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Duluth.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essentia Health St Mary's Medical Center Duluth, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Lukes Hospital Duluth, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Essentia Health Duluth Duluth, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blaine, MN | 122 mi | $29.47/hr | 75,172 |
| Coon Rapids, MN | 124 mi | $29.47/hr | 63,807 |
| Brooklyn Park, MN | 129 mi | $29.47/hr | 82,893 |
| St. Cloud, MN | 130 mi | $24.56/hr | 72,145 |
| Maple Grove, MN | 131 mi | $29.47/hr | 72,739 |
| St. Paul, MN | 134 mi | $29.47/hr | 307,465 |
Medical Coder jobs in Minnesota · Medical Coder jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Minnesota
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
Minnesota 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 Duluth, MN?
Medical Coders in the Duluth metro area have a median pay of $23.97 per hour, about $49,860 a year. The middle half earn between $23.37 and $30.01 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Duluth a good place for medical coders once cost of living is counted?
Duluth ranks 61st of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 133rd of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical coders in Duluth?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Duluth. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Duluth.
Do I need a Minnesota license to work in Duluth as a medical coder?
CPC, CCS or equivalent coding credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Minnesota requires for your role with the Minnesota 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 employers
- Fairview Health ServicesSt Paul, MN · 2 postings$34.47/ hr$28–$41
- CentraCareSaint Cloud, MN · 2 postings$31.51/ hr$25–$39
- Vyusoft IncMinneapolis, MN · 1 wage offer$31.25/ hr$31–$31
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$24Median$31.51High$40
6 Coder postings with published pay in Minnesota, 6 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 6 Coder roles
- Ortho Surgery Coder/AbstractorPermanent$20.46–$28.25/ hour
- Senior Outpatient CoderPermanent$24.60–$36.34/ hour
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