A note on the official numbers
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics does not publish a separate “medical biller” category. Billers and coders are counted together under Medical Records Specialists (occupation code 29-2072). The figures below are from the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook, using May 2024 wage data (the most recent, released in 2025). We cite BLS directly so you are not relying on inflated marketing numbers.
How much do medical billers make?
| Measure (U.S., 2024) | Annual |
|---|---|
| Median wage | $50,250 |
| Lowest 10% (entry / early career) | under $35,780 |
| Highest 10% (experienced / specialized) | over $80,950 |
Pay varies a lot by setting. BLS reports these median wages by top industry:
| Industry | Median (2024) |
|---|---|
| Management of companies & enterprises | $60,750 |
| Hospitals (state, local, private) | $56,520 |
| Professional, scientific & technical services | $49,970 |
| Administrative & support services | $49,590 |
| Offices of physicians | $45,620 |
The pattern is consistent across the field: pay rises with experience, certification, and specialization.
Is the field growing?
Yes. BLS projects employment of medical records specialists to grow 7% from 2024 to 2034 — described as “much faster than average” (the average across all occupations is 3%). That works out to roughly 14,200 openings per year, with the field expanding from about 194,800 jobs in 2024 to a projected 208,600 by 2034.
The drivers: an aging population needing more care, and more chronic conditions to document and bill. BLS also notes one honest counterweight — the growing use of AI tools that make coding more efficient may temper demand over time. Translation: the routine, low-skill end of the work will be automated, so the people who understand the why behind a claim, and can resolve the messy denials software cannot, will stay the most employable.
What this means if you are outside the U.S.
These are U.S. wages, and most medical billing work serves U.S. healthcare providers. Because that work is increasingly outsourced, skilled billers in Pakistan and elsewhere can build careers serving U.S. clients remotely. Local pay will differ from U.S. medians, but the same principle holds worldwide: accuracy, reliability, and real skill are what get rewarded. A verifiable certificate and hands-on practice help you compete for that work regardless of where you live.
How to raise your earning potential
- Get certified — a credential employers recognize moves you out of the lowest band.
- Learn denials and A/R — the people who recover hard money are the hardest to replace.
- Add coding skills — understanding both sides widens your options and your rate.
- Specialize — specific payers or specialties command higher pay.