What is the average salary for medical coding jobs?

The average annual salary for medical coders in the United States ranges from $30,000 to $40,000 as of 2015. The average hourly rate for medical coders ranges between $16 and $17.

The average annual salary of a coder varies widely by state. Mississippi medical coders are paid the least, with an average salary of $27,580. New Jersey medical coders are paid the most, with an average salary of $51,850. The amount of experience that a medical coder has also affects the average salary. An entry-level coder is paid $33,000 a year on average, while a coder with 10 years of experience is paid an average of $41,000 a year.