WI · Eau Claire · Updated October 15, 2026

Medical Coder jobs in Eau Claire, WI

Medical Coders in the Eau Claire area earn a median of $23.97 per hour, about $49,860 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $22.84 and $28.75. That ranks 134th of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 102nd of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Eau Claire. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Eau Claire.

Medical Coder pay in Eau Claire, WI

The metro median is 10% below the Wisconsin statewide median of $26.57 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 120 medical records specialists employed in the Eau Claire metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.14).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$21.91$45,5709% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$22.84$47,5105% below U.S. median
Median$23.97$49,8601% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$28.75$59,80019% above U.S. median
Top 10%$31.89$66,33032% above U.S. median

How Eau Claire ranks

  • 134th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 102nd of 328 after adjusting for local prices
  • 10th of 12 Wisconsin 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 Eau Claire

  • Overall prices in Eau Claire run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.8, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 27% below the U.S. average (index 72.8).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $23.97 median hour buys what $25.83 buys at the national price level, 7% 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$863
  • Per year: $43,146
  • Per month: $3,596

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

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Hospitals in Eau Claire

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Eau Claire.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Mayo Clinic Health System Eau Claire Hospital
Eau Claire, WI
Acute careNonprofit5 of 5Yes
Marshfield Medical Center - Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI
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
La Crosse, WI70 mi$25.23/hr51,049
Woodbury, MN70 mi$29.47/hr80,596
Rochester, MN74 mi$28.52/hr123,624
St. Paul, MN79 mi$29.47/hr307,465
Eagan, MN82 mi$29.47/hr67,240
Apple Valley, MN84 mi$29.47/hr55,272

Medical Coder jobs in Wisconsin · Medical Coder jobs nationwide

What employers ask for, and tax basics in Wisconsin

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

Wisconsin 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 Eau Claire, WI?

Medical Coders in the Eau Claire metro area have a median pay of $23.97 per hour, about $49,860 a year. The middle half earn between $22.84 and $28.75 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

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

Eau Claire ranks 102nd of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 134th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.

Where do medical coders work in Eau Claire?

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Eau Claire, led by Mayo Clinic Health System Eau Claire Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Wisconsin license to work in Eau Claire as a medical coder?

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

  • 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
  • Sarah Bush Lincoln Health SystemIllinois · 4 postings$28.97/ hr$23–$37

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2What they are offering now

Low$23Median$31.56High$42

53 Coder postings with published pay in the US, 44 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 2 Coder roles

  1. Coder II - AnesthesiaRemote
    $26.55–$39.85/ hour
    Advocate Health · Remote (WI hiring) · posted 20 days ago
  2. Office Coordinator and Coder, Hemodialysis - Full TimePermanent
    $17.23–$25.84/ hour
    Mercy · Wisconsin · posted 30+ days ago

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