What are the main factors that influence a Medical Coding's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Medical Coding's salary?

A Medical Coding's salary grows with experience: a Forester (0-0 years)earns $79,409, a Nursery/Greenhouse Manager (0-0 years)earns $53,353, a Ranch Manager (0-0 years)earns $51,320,

What are the highest paying states for a Medical Coding?

Medical Coding salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Medical Coding roles are District of Columbia $49,936, California $49,746, Massachusetts $49,083. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Medical Coding roles make?

Salaries for Medical Coding level roles vary by specialization: Medical Records Coding Policy Administrator: $96,346; Medical Coding Supervisor: $82,816; Medical Records Coding Manager: $80,980; Medical Coding Manager: $77,925; Medical Coding Auditor: $72,902.

Medical Coding Salary in Delaware

How much does a Medical Coding make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Medical Coding in Delaware is $45,674 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

However, a Medical Coding's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $67,168
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $37,760 to $56,924
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,554

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Medical Coding Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,924	$4,744	$1,095	$27
Average	$45,674	$3,806	$878	$22
25th Percentile	$37,760	$3,147	$726	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Medical Coding Salaries

A Medical Coding's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Medical Coding Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Medical Codings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $49,936.
California: $49,746.
Massachusetts: $49,083.

District of Columbia $49,936 California $49,746 Massachusetts $49,083 Washington $48,903 New Jersey $48,885 Alaska $48,822 Connecticut $48,199 New York $47,947

Hawaii $47,140 Rhode Island $46,761 Maryland $46,504 Minnesota $46,152 Colorado $46,017 Illinois $45,971 Oregon $45,800 Delaware $45,674

New Hampshire $45,594 Virginia $45,417 Pennsylvania $44,898 Nevada $44,636 North Dakota $44,551 Michigan $44,415 Wisconsin $44,366 Vermont $44,267

Texas $43,992 Maine $43,973 Arizona $43,946 Ohio $43,915 Georgia $43,500 Indiana $43,292 Wyoming $43,252 Utah $43,189

Iowa $43,162 Kansas $42,945 Louisiana $42,882 North Carolina $42,859 Missouri $42,850 Florida $42,675 Montana $42,580 Nebraska $42,490

Kentucky $42,440 South Carolina $42,260 Tennessee $42,147 Idaho $42,102 New Mexico $41,773 Oklahoma $41,700 Alabama $41,434 South Dakota $40,988

Arkansas $40,744 West Virginia $40,613 Mississippi $40,221

Top Paying Cities for Medical Codings

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $47,270
Little Creek: $46,833
Magnolia: $47,027

Lincoln, DE $47,270 Little Creek, DE $46,833 Magnolia, DE $47,027 Milford, DE $47,270 Marydel, DE $46,657 Millsboro, DE $47,270 Millville, DE $47,586 Milton, DE $47,270

Nassau, DE $47,270 Ocean View, DE $47,586 Rehoboth Beach, DE $47,586 Seaford, DE $46,774 Selbyville, DE $47,586 Smyrna, DE $46,603 Viola, DE $47,027 Woodside, DE $46,892

Bear, DE $46,260 Newark, DE $46,278 Claymont, DE $46,314 Delaware City, DE $46,278 Hockessin, DE $46,314 Kirkwood, DE $46,278 Middletown, DE $46,508 Montchanin, DE $46,314

New Castle, DE $46,314 Odessa, DE $46,571 Port Penn, DE $46,152 Rockland, DE $46,314 Saint Georges, DE $46,278 Townsend, DE $46,504 Winterthur, DE $46,314 Lewes, DE $47,270

Wilmington, DE $46,314 Dover, DE $46,810 Dover Afb, DE $46,919 Bethany Beach, DE $47,586 Bethel, DE $46,774 Bridgeville, DE $47,270 Camden Wyoming, DE $46,860 Cheswold, DE $46,702

Clayton, DE $46,585 Dagsboro, DE $47,586 Delmar, DE $46,774 Ellendale, DE $47,270 Felton, DE $47,270 Fenwick Island, DE $47,586 Frankford, DE $47,586 Frederica, DE $47,270

Georgetown, DE $47,270 Greenwood, DE $47,270 Harbeson, DE $47,270 Harrington, DE $47,270 Hartly, DE $46,562 Houston, DE $47,270 Kenton, DE $46,585 Laurel, DE $46,774

Yorklyn, DE $46,314

Medical Coding Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Medical Coding's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$37,760

Average $45,674/year

$56,924

$3,147

Average $3,806/month

$4,744

$726

Average $878/week

$1,095

$18

Average $22/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,924	$4,744	$1,095	$27
Average	$45,674	$3,806	$878	$22
25th Percentile	$37,760	$3,147	$726	$18

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