PermanentPosted today
Medical Records Technician (CODER)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · El Paso, TX
$45k–$59k/ year
New this week
Medical Coder jobs in Sherman, TX
Pay for medical coders in the Sherman area centers on $20.28 per hour, or about $42,180 a year. The lower quarter earns under $16.99 and the upper quarter over $23.75. That ranks 305th of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 286th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Sherman. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Sherman.
- $20.28median pay per hour, Sherman
- $17–$24typical range per hour
- 60medical coders employed in the metro area
- 94cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Coder pay in Sherman, TX
The metro median is 11% below the Texas statewide median of $22.71 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 60 medical records specialists employed in the Sherman-Denison metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.99).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $13.19 | $27,440 | 45% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $16.99 | $35,340 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Median | $20.28 | $42,180 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.75 | $49,400 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $30.32 | $63,070 | 25% above U.S. median |
How Sherman ranks
- 305th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 286th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 18th 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 Sherman
- Overall prices in Sherman-Denison run 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $20.28 median hour buys what $21.63 buys at the national price level, 10% below 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$730
- Per year: $36,504
- Per month: $3,042
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Sherman-Denison metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Open Medical Coder roles in Texas
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RemotePosted 2 days ago
Inpatient Corporate Coder - Remote based in the US
Tenet Healthcare · Remote · TX hiring
$26.40–$38.00/ hour
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RemotePosted 3 days ago
Physician Services Coder II - ED Remote
Tenet Healthcare · Remote · TX hiring
$20.51–$30.77/ hour
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Medical Records Technician (Coder/Audit/Training)
Defense Health Agency · Fort Sam Houston, TX
$51k–$66k/ year
Hospitals in Sherman
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Sherman.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baylor Scott And White Surgical Hospital At Sherma Sherman, TX | Acute care | Other | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Wilson N Jones Regional Medical Center Sherman, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Carrus Behavioral Hospital Sherman, TX | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celina, TX | 23 mi | $24.21/hr | 51,661 |
| McKinney, TX | 30 mi | $24.21/hr | 227,526 |
| Little Elm, TX | 35 mi | $24.21/hr | 61,219 |
| Frisco, TX | 35 mi | $24.21/hr | 235,208 |
| Allen, TX | 36 mi | $24.21/hr | 113,746 |
| Plano, TX | 41 mi | $24.21/hr | 293,286 |
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 Sherman
Sherman city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical coders make in Sherman, TX?
Medical Coders in the Sherman-Denison metro area have a median pay of $20.28 per hour, about $42,180 a year. The middle half earn between $16.99 and $23.75 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Sherman a good place for medical coders once cost of living is counted?
Sherman-Denison ranks 286th of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 305th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical coders work in Sherman?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Sherman, led by Baylor Scott And White Surgical Hospital At Sherma. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Sherman 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.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- 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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