VA · Lynchburg · Updated October 15, 2026

Medical Coder jobs in Lynchburg, VA

Pay for medical coders in the Lynchburg area centers on $19.66 per hour, or about $40,900 a year. The lower quarter earns under $17.53 and the upper quarter over $22.99. That ranks 317th of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 277th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Lynchburg. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Lynchburg.

Medical Coder pay in Lynchburg, VA

The metro median is 21% below the Virginia statewide median of $24.89 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 110 medical records specialists employed in the Lynchburg metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.96).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$15.77$32,80035% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$17.53$36,46027% below U.S. median
Median$19.66$40,90019% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$22.99$47,8205% below U.S. median
Top 10%$28.44$59,16018% above U.S. median

How Lynchburg ranks

  • 317th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 277th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
  • 7th 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 Lynchburg

  • Overall prices in Lynchburg run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.4, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 36% below the U.S. average (index 63.9).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $19.66 median hour buys what $22.00 buys at the national price level, 9% 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$708
  • Per year: $35,388
  • Per month: $2,949

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

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Hospitals in Lynchburg

CMS lists 1 hospital in Lynchburg.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Centra Health - Lynchburg Gen Hospital
Lynchburg, VA
Acute careNonprofit3 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
Roanoke, VA43 mi$22.19/hr97,912
Harrisonburg, VA74 mi$21.08/hr51,164
Burlington, NC93 mi$21.69/hr61,365
Richmond, VA95 mi$25.55/hr233,655
Greensboro, NC97 mi$20.61/hr307,381
Durham, NC100 mi$29.08/hr301,870

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 Lynchburg, VA?

Medical Coders in the Lynchburg metro area have a median pay of $19.66 per hour, about $40,900 a year. The middle half earn between $17.53 and $22.99 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

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

Lynchburg ranks 277th of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 317th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.

Where do medical coders work in Lynchburg?

CMS lists 1 hospital in Lynchburg, led by Centra Health - Lynchburg Gen Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Virginia license to work in Lynchburg 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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