VA · Harrisonburg · Updated October 15, 2026

Medical Coder jobs in Harrisonburg, VA

The median medical coder pay in the Harrisonburg area is $21.08 per hour ($43,840 a year), with the typical range running from $18.26 to $22.35. That ranks 287th of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 273rd of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Harrisonburg. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Harrisonburg.

Medical Coder pay in Harrisonburg, VA

The metro median is 15% below the Virginia statewide median of $24.89 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 30 medical records specialists employed in the Harrisonburg metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.39).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$17.20$35,78029% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$18.26$37,98024% below U.S. median
Median$21.08$43,84013% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$22.35$46,4907% below U.S. median
Top 10%$28.76$59,82019% above U.S. median

How Harrisonburg ranks

  • 287th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 273rd of 328 after adjusting for local prices
  • 5th of 8 Virginia 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 Harrisonburg

  • Overall prices in Harrisonburg run 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.9, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 18% below the U.S. average (index 82.3).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $21.08 median hour buys what $22.21 buys at the national price level, 8% 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$759
  • Per year: $37,944
  • Per month: $3,162

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

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Hospitals in Harrisonburg

CMS lists 1 hospital in Harrisonburg.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Sentara Rmh Medical Center
Harrisonburg, VA
Acute careNonprofit5 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
Lynchburg, VA74 mi$19.66/hr80,301
Richmond, VA98 mi$25.55/hr233,655
Roanoke, VA100 mi$22.19/hr97,912
Alexandria, VA100 mi$27.75/hr159,102
Rockville, MD103 mi$27.75/hr68,417
Gaithersburg, MD103 mi$27.75/hr70,686

Medical Coder jobs in Virginia · Medical Coder jobs nationwide

What employers ask for, and tax basics in Virginia

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

Virginia 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 Harrisonburg, VA?

Medical Coders in the Harrisonburg metro area have a median pay of $21.08 per hour, about $43,840 a year. The middle half earn between $18.26 and $22.35 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

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

Harrisonburg ranks 273rd of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 287th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.

Where do medical coders work in Harrisonburg?

CMS lists 1 hospital in Harrisonburg, led by Sentara Rmh Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Virginia license to work in Harrisonburg as a medical coder?

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

  • Sentara HealthcareRemote, VA · 2 postings$40.88/ hr$32–$51
  • 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

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Low$25Median$38.87High$51

3 Coder postings with published pay in Virginia, 2 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 3 Coder roles

  1. Associate Fraud and Abuse Investigator/Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - Remote!Remote
    $32.03–$45.70/ hour
    Sentara Healthcare · Remote (VA hiring) · posted today
  2. Senior Coding Specialist - Acute CarePermanent
    $34.92–$50.83/ hour
    Sentara Healthcare · Charlottesville, VA · posted 2 days ago

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