How Much Does a Medical Coder Make in Baltimore, MD ? (2026 Salary Guide)

Medical Coder Salary in Baltimore, MD

As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Medical Coder in Baltimore, MD is $62,247, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,197 weekly, or $5,187 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Medical Coder in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Medical Coder in Baltimore, MD vary widely, spanning from $48,822 to $76,075. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($55,220) and 75th percentile ($69,485), while top earners (90th percentile) make $76,075 per year. This $14,265 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Initiative or Physiology, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Baltimore Medical Coder often earn 0.0% higher than national averages. However, Baltimore currently ranks 275 statewide for Medical Coder job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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Medical Coder Salaries by Percentile
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10th Percentile Medical Coder Salary $48,822 Baltimore, MD April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Medical Coder Salary $55,220 Baltimore, MD April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Medical Coder Salary $62,247 Baltimore, MD April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Medical Coder Salary $69,485 Baltimore, MD April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Medical Coder Salary $76,075 Baltimore, MD April 01, 2026
25% $55,220 10% $48,822 90% $76,075 75% $69,485 $62,247 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Medical Coder ?

A clinical coder - also known as clinical coding officer, diagnostic coder, medical coder, nosologist or medical records technician - is a health information professional whose main duties are to analyse clinical statements and assign standard codes using a classification system. The data produced are an integral part of health information management, and are used by local and national governments, private healthcare organizations and international agencies for various purposes, including medical and health services research, epidemiological studies, health resource allocation, case mix manag...

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    Medical Records Coding Technician II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Medical Coder

    3 - 5 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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    Medical Records Coding Manager

    3 - 5 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Medical Coder in Baltimore, MD. The base salary for Medical Coder ranges from $55,220 to $69,485 with the average base salary of $62,247. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $53,902 to $69,980 with the average total cash compensation of $61,093.

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