Certified Medical Transcriptionist demographics and statistics in the US
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Certified Medical Transcriptionist demographics by:
Certified Medical Transcriptionist gender statistics
89.6% of certified medical transcriptionists are women and 10.4% of certified medical transcriptionists are men.
- Female, 89.6%
- Male, 10.4%
Certified Medical Transcriptionist gender ratio
Gender  | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 89.6% |
| Male | 10.4% |
Certified Medical Transcriptionist gender pay gap
Women earn $1.01 for every $1 earned by men
Male Income
$48,196
Female Income
$48,437
Certified Medical Transcriptionist gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in certified medical transcriptionist positions over time. Currently, 89.6% of certified medical transcriptionists are female.
Certified Medical Transcriptionist gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1.10% | 98.90% |
| 2011 | 0.69% | 99.31% |
| 2012 | 1.13% | 98.87% |
| 2013 | 1.47% | 98.53% |
| 2014 | 1.09% | 98.91% |
| 2015 | 1.78% | 98.22% |
| 2016 | 3.54% | 96.46% |
| 2017 | 5.89% | 94.11% |
| 2018 | 9.40% | 90.60% |
| 2019 | 8.96% | 91.04% |
| 2020 | 6.71% | 93.29% |
| 2021 | 10.41% | 89.59% |
Certified Medical Transcriptionist related jobs gender ratio
We compared certified medical transcriptionists with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, delivery technician and donations attendant have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Transcriptionist | 3% | 97% |
| Radiology Transcriptionist | 5% | 95% |
| Certified Registered Dental Assistant | 5% | 95% |
| Certified Medical Transcriptionist | 10% | 90% |
| Dental Officer | 79% | 21% |
| Donations Attendant | 81% | 19% |
| Delivery Technician | 88% | 12% |
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Certified Medical Transcriptionist demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among certified medical transcriptionists is White, which makes up 65.1% of all certified medical transcriptionists. Comparatively, 14.4% of certified medical transcriptionists are Asian and 8.9% of certified medical transcriptionists are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 65.1%
- Asian, 14.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 8.9%
- Black or African American, 6.7%
- Unknown, 4.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.2%
Certified Medical Transcriptionist Race
| Certified Medical Transcriptionist Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 65.1% |
| Asian | 14.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 8.9% |
| Black or African American | 6.7% |
| Unknown | 4.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.2% |
Certified Medical Transcriptionist race and ethnicity over time
See how certified medical transcriptionist racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
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- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Certified Medical Transcriptionist race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 87.88% | 3.93% | 2.14% | 3.96% |
| 2011 | 87.26% | 3.93% | 2.20% | 4.82% |
| 2012 | 86.11% | 5.48% | 2.60% | 3.98% |
| 2013 | 88.95% | 4.11% | 1.98% | 3.25% |
| 2014 | 85.06% | 4.82% | 3.47% | 4.36% |
| 2015 | 83.95% | 4.83% | 4.14% | 4.79% |
| 2016 | 81.96% | 4.11% | 4.80% | 7.47% |
| 2017 | 80.31% | 5.48% | 6.72% | 5.43% |
| 2018 | 70.84% | 5.13% | 10.85% | 10.58% |
| 2019 | 71.18% | 4.11% | 12.27% | 9.05% |
| 2020 | 61.93% | 6.74% | 14.99% | 10.65% |
| 2021 | 65.11% | 6.72% | 14.44% | 8.92% |
Certified Medical Transcriptionist wage gap by race
According to our data, white certified medical transcriptionists have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown certified medical transcriptionists have the lowest average salary at $46,291.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $46,291 |
| White | $51,677 |
| Black or African American | $46,544 |
| Asian | $47,770 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $48,892 |
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Average certified medical transcriptionist age
See how the average age of certified medical transcriptionists varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Certified Medical Transcriptionist age by race and gender
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| White | 24 | 49 |
| Asian | 24 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 45 |
Certified Medical Transcriptionist age breakdown
The average age of certified medical transcriptionists is 40+ years years old, representing 46% of the certified medical transcriptionist population.
Certified Medical Transcriptionist age breakdown
| Certified Medical Transcriptionist Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 46% |
| 30-40 years | 12% |
| 20-30 years | 42% |
Certified Medical Transcriptionist educational attainment
The most common degree for certified medical transcriptionists is associate degree, with 32% of certified medical transcriptionists earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are diploma degree at 20% and diploma degree at 17%.
- Associate, 32%
- Diploma, 20%
- Bachelor's, 17%
- High School Diploma, 8%
- Other Degrees, 23%
Certified Medical Transcriptionists by degree level
| Certified Medical Transcriptionist Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Associate | 32% |
| Diploma | 20% |
| Bachelor's | 17% |
| High School Diploma | 8% |
| Other Degrees | 23% |
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Certified Medical Transcriptionist wage gap by degree level
According to the data, certified medical transcriptionists with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $50,892 annually. With a High School Diploma degree, certified medical transcriptionists earn a median annual income of $49,566 compared to $45,642 for certified medical transcriptionists with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $49,566 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $45,642 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $50,892 |
Certified Medical Transcriptionist employment statistics
Most certified medical transcriptionists work for a private in the health care industry.
Company size where certified medical transcriptionists work
Below, you can see the size of companies where certified medical transcriptionists work.
Certified Medical Transcriptionist jobs by employer size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 12% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 30% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 3% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 32% |
| > 10,000 employees | 9% |
Certified Medical Transcriptionist jobs by company type
Employees with the certified medical transcriptionist job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most certified medical transcriptionists prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Certified Medical Transcriptionist jobs by sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 8% |
| Public | 8% |
| Private | 81% |
| Government | 3% |
Certified Medical Transcriptionist jobs by industry
The most common industries for certified medical transcriptionists are health care, education and professional.
Certified Medical Transcriptionist industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Health Care | 59% |
| Education | 7% |
| Start-up | 5% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Technology | 5% |
| Manufacturing | 4% |
| Government | 3% |
| Real Estate | 3% |
| Fortune 500 | 3% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Media | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Retail | 1% |
Certified Medical Transcriptionist turnover and employment statistics
Certified Medical Transcriptionist unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for certified medical transcriptionists between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Certified Medical Transcriptionist unemployment rate by year
| Year | Certified Medical Transcriptionist Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 4.18% |
| 2011 | 5.12% |
| 2012 | 5.49% |
| 2013 | 5.20% |
| 2014 | 4.89% |
| 2015 | 4.49% |
| 2016 | 3.71% |
| 2017 | 3.97% |
| 2018 | 3.68% |
| 2019 | 2.59% |
| 2020 | 7.00% |
| 2021 | 5.18% |
Average certified medical transcriptionist tenure
The average certified medical transcriptionist stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 265 certified medical transcriptionists resumes in Zippia's database.
Certified Medical Transcriptionist tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 18% |
| 1-2 years | 21% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 21% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 18% |
Certified Medical Transcriptionist LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of certified medical transcriptionists that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job Title | LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Certified Dental Assistant | 4.40% | 102,316 |
| Visual Training Aide | 5.81% | 64,895 |
| Laboratory Phlebotomist | 7.76% | 48,645 |
| Certified Medical Transcriptionist | 8.65% | - |
| Pharmacist Clerk | 9.41% | 112,499 |
| VET Assistant | 9.55% | 6,591 |
| Clinical Massage Therapist | 13.02% | 79,875 |
Similar certified medical transcriptionist jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Certified Dental Assistant | 4.40% | 102,316 |
| Visual Training Aide | 5.81% | 64,895 |
| Laboratory Phlebotomist | 7.76% | 48,645 |
| Pharmacist Clerk | 9.41% | 112,499 |
| VET Assistant | 9.55% | 6,591 |
| Clinical Massage Therapist | 13.02% | 79,875 |
Foreign languages spoken by certified medical transcriptionists
- Spanish, 80.0%
- Vietnamese, 20.0%
Certified Medical Transcriptionist languages spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 80.0% |
| Vietnamese | 20.0% |