MN · Rochester · Updated October 15, 2026

Medical Coder jobs in Rochester, MN

Pay for medical coders in Minnesota centers on $28.52 per hour, or about $59,310 a year. The lower quarter earns under $23.71 and the upper quarter over $31.85. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Rochester. That is 18% above the U.S. median of $24.16 per hour. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Rochester.

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Medical Coder pay in Rochester, MN

Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 3,250 medical records specialists employed in Minnesota.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$22.42$46,6307% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$23.71$49,3202% below U.S. median
Median$28.52$59,31018% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$31.85$66,25032% above U.S. median
Top 10%$37.11$77,19054% above U.S. median

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 Rochester

  • Overall prices in Rochester run 9% below the U.S. average (index 90.8, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 78.6).

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 Rochester paycheck

Estimated weekly gross$1,027
  • Per year: $51,336
  • Per month: $4,278

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

Hospitals in Rochester

CMS lists 3 hospitals in Rochester.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester
Rochester, MN
Acute careNonprofit5 of 5Yes
Olmsted Medical Center
Rochester, MN
Acute careNonprofit4 of 5Yes
Community Behavioral Health Hospital Rochester
Rochester, MN
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
Lakeville, MN60 mi$29.47/hr77,971
Apple Valley, MN62 mi$29.47/hr55,272
La Crosse, WI64 mi$25.23/hr51,049
Eagan, MN65 mi$29.47/hr67,240
Burnsville, MN65 mi$29.47/hr64,864
Woodbury, MN65 mi$29.47/hr80,596

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Medical Coder salary in Minnesota

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 Rochester, MN?

Medical Coders in Minnesota have a median pay of $28.52 per hour, about $59,310 a year. The middle half earn between $23.71 and $31.85 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Who is hiring medical coders in Rochester?

We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Rochester. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Rochester.

Do I need a Minnesota license to work in Rochester 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.

Does Valorem Health place medical coders in Rochester?

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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

  1. Ortho Surgery Coder/AbstractorPermanent
    $20.46–$28.25/ hour
    Mayo Clinic · Rochester, MN · posted today
  2. Senior Outpatient CoderPermanent
    $24.60–$36.34/ hour
    Essentia Health · Duluth, MN · posted yesterday

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