Medical Coder salary in Arkansas
Medical Coders in Arkansas earn a median of $19.19 per hour, about $39,920 a year, 21% below the U.S. median of $24.16. The middle half earn between $17.55 and $24.37 per hour. The highest median among Arkansas metro areas is in Jonesboro, AR, at $19.86 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $19.19median pay per hour
- $39,920median pay per year
- 1,640medical coders employed in Arkansas
- #49of 50 states by median pay
Medical Coder pay in Arkansas: percentiles
| Level | Arkansas per hour | Arkansas per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.59 | $32,430 | $17.20 |
| Lower quartile | $17.55 | $36,500 | $20.00 |
| Median | $19.19 | $39,920 | $24.16 |
| Upper quartile | $24.37 | $50,690 | $30.80 |
| Top 10% | $32.22 | $67,020 | $38.92 |
Medical Coder pay by metro area in Arkansas
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Arkansas median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonesboro, AR | $19.86 | $41,300 | 70 | 3% above | $23.13 |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR | $19.67 | $40,910 | 630 | 3% above | $22.01 |
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR | $19.55 | $40,670 | 240 | 2% above | $21.40 |
| Hot Springs, AR | $17.74 | $36,900 | 50 | 8% below | $20.69 |
| Fort Smith, AR-OK | $17.66 | $36,730 | 80 | 8% below | $20.56 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
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Common questions
How much does a medical coder make in Arkansas?
The median is $19.19 per hour, about $39,920 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $15.59 and the top 10% earn over $32.22 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Arkansas city pays medical coders the most?
Among Arkansas metro areas, Jonesboro, AR has the highest median at $19.86 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Arkansas rank for medical coder pay?
Arkansas ranks 49th of 50 states by median medical coder pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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