Managed Care Contracting Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Managed Care Contracting Manager make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Managed Care Contracting Manager in the United States is $113,760 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

However, a Managed Care Contracting Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $132,425
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $104,720 to $123,530
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $96,490
Compensation Planning
Develop a Job Description
Pay Equity
2025 Compensation Trend
AI-Powered HR
Recruit with AI
View as table View as graph 25% $104,720 10% $96,490 90% $132,425 75% $123,530 $113,760 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Managed Care Contracting Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $123,530 $10,294 $2,376 $59
Average $113,760 $9,480 $2,188 $55
25th Percentile $104,720 $8,727 $2,014 $50
Check out Managed Care Contracting Manager Job Openings in the United States
Registered Nurse Case Manager

Choice Care at Home - ELKINS, WV

Wound Care Nurse Practitioner Physician

ND Wound Care - YOUNGSTOWN, OH

Home Care Registered Nurse

CORNERSTONE VNA - EXETER, NH

Care Management Nurse

Sapphire Community Health, Inc - HAMILTON, MT

Search More Managed Care Contracting Manager Jobs in the United States

Key Factors That Influence Managed Care Contracting Manager Salaries

A Managed Care Contracting Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Managed Care Contracting Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Managed Care Contracting Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $110,387
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $110,792
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $111,736
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $112,816
  • Expert (over 8 years): $114,781
Levels Salary
Entry Level Managed Care Contracting Manager$110,387
Intermediate Level Managed Care Contracting Manager$110,792
Senior Level Managed Care Contracting Manager$111,736
Specialist Level Managed Care Contracting Manager$112,816
Expert Level Managed Care Contracting Manager$114,781
$110,387 0 yr
$110,792 < 2 yrs
$111,736 2-4 yrs
$112,816 5-8 yrs
$114,781 > 8 yrs
View as Table
View as Graph

What Am I Worth?

How Do Managed Care Contracting Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Managed Care Contracting Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $125,950.
  • California: $125,480.
  • Massachusetts: $123,800.

Top Paying Cities for Managed Care Contracting Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $143,480
  • San Francisco: $142,070
  • Oakland: $138,920

Managed Care Contracting Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Managed Care Contracting Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

Managed Care Contracting Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Managed Care Contracting Manager, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Managed Care Contracting Manager Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role Estimate Salary Projected Raise
Category Management and Insights Senior Manager $147,700 30%
Product Development Media Platforms/Publishing $107,500 -6%
Brand and Content Marketing Senior Manager $168,500 48%

Salary Trends for Managed Care Contracting Manager

Salaries for a Managed Care Contracting Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $149,674 in 2023 to around $148,664 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Managed Care Contracting Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Managed Care Contracting Manager Over Time

2022
$???
2023
$149,674
2024
$150,342
2025
$148,664
2026
$???
2027
$???
Year Average Annual Salary
2022
View More
2023 $149,674
2024 $150,342
2025 $148,664
2026
View More
2027
View More

Most common benefits for Managed Care Contracting Manager

Social Security
401(k)
Disability
Healthcare
Pension
Time Off (days)
For Employers

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution.

Compensation Planning

Common company salaries for Managed Care Contracting Manager

Here are companies hiring for Managed Care Contracting Manager and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Managed Care Contracting Manager Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Managed Care Contracting Manager job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

United States
For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com provides salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons using data from employer job postings and third-party sources.

We offer detailed salary information across multiple percentiles for your reference. (Click here to learn Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial for Achieving Pay Equity.)

With the most extensive online, real-time compensation data available, Salary.com helps you pinpoint your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

  • Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
  • Job and employee pricing reports
  • Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.
Learn about CompAnalyst