What medical records specialists earn in Kansas and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City, MO-KS | $50,280 | $24.17 | 1,140 |
| Kansas nonmetropolitan area | $43,660 | $20.99 | 580 |
| Wichita, KS | $47,070 | $22.63 | 490 |
| Topeka, KS | $62,470 | $30.03 | 310 |
| Joplin, MO-KS | $47,000 | $22.60 | 130 |
| Lawrence, KS | $47,590 | $22.88 | 70 |
| Manhattan, KS | $47,050 | $22.62 | 70 |
| St. Joseph, MO-KS | $49,040 | $23.58 | 50 |
Medical Records Specialists in Kansas earned a median of $48,160 a year ($23.15 an hour) in May 2025, 6% less than the national median of $51,140. The middle half earned $40,860 to $59,130.
Among areas in Kansas, pay was highest in Topeka, KS at $62,470.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.