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Medical Records Technician (CODER)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · El Paso, TX
$45k–$59k/ year
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Medical Coder jobs in Harlingen, TX
Pay for medical coders in the Harlingen area centers on $21.90 per hour, or about $45,550 a year. The lower quarter earns under $18.86 and the upper quarter over $22.36. That ranks 257th of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 116th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Harlingen. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Harlingen.
- $21.90median pay per hour, Brownsville
- $19–$22typical range per hour
- 350medical coders employed in the metro area
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Coder pay in Harlingen, TX
The metro median is 4% below the Texas statewide median of $22.71 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 350 medical records specialists employed in the Brownsville-Harlingen metro area, 2.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.81).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $14.24 | $29,620 | 41% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.86 | $39,230 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.90 | $45,550 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.36 | $46,510 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $28.74 | $59,780 | 19% above U.S. median |
How Harlingen ranks
- 257th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 116th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 11th of 24 Texas 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 Harlingen
- Overall prices in Brownsville-Harlingen run 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 42% below the U.S. average (index 57.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.90 median hour buys what $25.47 buys at the national price level, 5% 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$788
- Per year: $39,420
- Per month: $3,285
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Brownsville-Harlingen metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Inpatient Corporate Coder - Remote based in the US
Tenet Healthcare · Remote · TX hiring
$26.40–$38.00/ hour
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Physician Services Coder II - ED Remote
Tenet Healthcare · Remote · TX hiring
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Medical Records Technician (Coder/Audit/Training)
Defense Health Agency · Fort Sam Houston, TX
$51k–$66k/ year
Hospitals in Harlingen
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Harlingen.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harlingen Medical Center Harlingen, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Vhs Harlingen Hospital Company Llc Harlingen, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Palms Behavioral Health Harlingen, TX | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Rio Grande State Center Harlingen, TX | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brownsville, TX | 20 mi | $21.90/hr | 191,967 |
| Edinburg, TX | 30 mi | $17.47/hr | 108,733 |
| Pharr, TX | 31 mi | $17.47/hr | 81,142 |
| McAllen, TX | 34 mi | $17.47/hr | 148,782 |
| Mission, TX | 39 mi | $17.47/hr | 88,574 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | 113 mi | $19.03/hr | 317,317 |
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Texas
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
Texas does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Harlingen
Harlingen city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical coders make in Harlingen, TX?
Medical Coders in the Brownsville-Harlingen metro area have a median pay of $21.90 per hour, about $45,550 a year. The middle half earn between $18.86 and $22.36 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Harlingen a good place for medical coders once cost of living is counted?
Brownsville-Harlingen ranks 116th of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 257th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical coders work in Harlingen?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Harlingen, led by Harlingen Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Harlingen as a medical coder?
CPC, CCS or equivalent coding credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas 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 Harlingen?
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- Vyusoft IncDenton, TX · 1 wage offer$31.25/ hr$31–$31
- Tenet HealthcareDallas, TX · 2 postings$28.92/ hr$21–$38
- CommonSpirit HealthCentennial, CO · 3 postings$34.69/ hr$26–$44
- Banner HealthArizona, AZ · 3 postings$31.92/ hr$26–$44
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Low$21Median$26.86High$36
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- Medical Records Technician (CODER)Permanent$45k–$59k/ year
- Inpatient Corporate Coder - Remote based in the USRemote$26.40–$38.00/ hour
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