Medical billing and coding schools in Elgin, IL

9 schools within 30 miles of Elgin, IL offer medical billing & coding programs, and the closest is William Rainey Harper College in Palatine, 13 miles away. Medical coders in Illinois earn a median $56,440 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
9
Closest
13 mi
Public colleges
8
Median pay in IL
$56,440

9 medical billing & coding schools within 30 mi of Elgin, IL

School results

  1. William Rainey Harper College

    Palatine, IL · 13 mi · Public

    • Medical billing & coding
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +20
  2. McHenry County College

    Crystal Lake, IL · 15 mi · Public

    • Medical billing & coding
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +13
  3. Waubonsee Community College

    Sugar Grove, IL · 18 mi · Public

    • Medical billing & coding
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +13
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  5. College of DuPage

    Glen Ellyn, IL · 19 mi · Public

    • Medical billing & coding
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23
  6. DeVry University-Illinois

    Lisle, IL · 19 mi · Private

    • Medical billing & coding
    • IT support & networking
    • Electronics technician
  7. Oakton College

    Des Plaines, IL · 23 mi · Public

    • Medical billing & coding
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +14
  8. Triton College

    River Grove, IL · 26 mi · Public

    • Medical billing & coding
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +18
  9. College of Lake County

    Grayslake, IL · 27 mi · Public

    • Medical billing & coding
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +21
  10. Kishwaukee College

    Malta, IL · 29 mi · Public

    • Medical billing & coding
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +10

What medical coders earn in Illinois

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Median pay
$56,440
$27.14 an hour
Typical range
$38,890–$77,520
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in IL
5,740
Job growth, 2025–35
+7.8%
14,000 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the closest medical billing & coding schools to Elgin?

The closest are William Rainey Harper College (Palatine, 13 mi), McHenry County College (Crystal Lake, 15 mi), and Waubonsee Community College (Sugar Grove, 18 mi). In total, 9 schools within 30 miles teach medical billing & coding.

How much do medical billing & coding programs near Elgin cost?

For the 9 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $4,138 to $30,770. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do medical coders make near Elgin?

Across Illinois, the median pay is $56,440 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.

How do I choose a medical billing & coding school in Elgin?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.