Transcription jobs in Illinois

Common questions about transcription jobs in Illinois

• How much do remote transcription jobs in Illinois pay?

  Verified listings in this category pay a median of $17/hour, ranging from $12 to $35/hour. Most fully remote roles pay the same nationally regardless of where you live.

• Are these jobs only for residents of Illinois?

  Most are open to anyone in the United States. We surface Illinois explicitly when employers list it as a preferred or eligible location.

• Do I need to live in Illinois to apply?

  No — most cushy WFH listings are open to all 50 states. Listings tagged "Illinois" usually mean the employer prefers Illinois residents (sometimes for tax/payroll reasons) but will still hire from neighboring states. Check each posting.

• How much can I make transcribing from home?

  General transcription pays $0.30–$1.10 per audio minute, working out to $9–$25/hr depending on speed. Medical transcription pays $22–35/hr but requires certification.

• Do I need experience to start transcribing?

  No — Rev, TranscribeMe, and GoTranscript all hire entry-level transcribers after passing a short test (typically 5–10 minutes of audio).