As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Registered Health Information Technician in District of Columbia is $49,917, equivalent to $24 per hour, $960 weekly, or $4,160 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Registered Health Information Technician in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Registered Health Information Technician in District of Columbia vary widely, spanning from $41,751 to $60,066. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($45,643) and 75th percentile ($55,229), while top earners (90th percentile) make $60,066 per year. This $9,586 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Health Information Management, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Registered Health Information Technician often earn 10.7% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 66 companies. However, District of Columbia currently ranks 1 nationwide for Registered Health Information Technician job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Registered Health Information Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Registered Health Information Technician Salary $41,751 DC August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Registered Health Information Technician Salary $45,643 DC August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Registered Health Information Technician Salary $49,917 DC August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Registered Health Information Technician Salary $55,229 DC August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Registered Health Information Technician Salary $60,066 DC August 01, 2026
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What is a Registered Health Information Technician ?

Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) is a professional certification administered by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) in the United States. Passing the exam results in licensure as a health information technician. To be eligible, an individual must achieve an associate degree approved by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM) or graduate from a foreign association that has a reciprocity agreement with AHIMA. The health information technician is responsible for organizing comprehensively and ...

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Location Naval Anacost Annex, DC Avg. Salary $56,303 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Parcel Return Service, DC Avg. Salary $56,305 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Washington, DC Avg. Salary $56,305 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Washington Navy Yard, DC Avg. Salary $56,305 Date Updated August 01, 2026
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