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Patient Admissions Clerk Salary in the United States

How much does a Patient Admissions Clerk make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Patient Admissions Clerk in the United States is $39,700 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

However, a Patient Admissions Clerk's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $45,622
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,200 to $42,800
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,013
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Patient Admissions Clerk Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $42,800 $3,567 $823 $21
Average $39,700 $3,308 $763 $19
25th Percentile $36,200 $3,017 $696 $17
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Key Factors That Influence Patient Admissions Clerk Salaries

A Patient Admissions Clerk'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Patient Admissions Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Patient Admissions Clerk'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): $38,812
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $39,931
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $41,828
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $42,106
  • Expert (over 8 years): $42,245
Levels Salary
Entry Level Patient Admissions Clerk$38,812
Intermediate Level Patient Admissions Clerk$39,931
Senior Level Patient Admissions Clerk$41,828
Specialist Level Patient Admissions Clerk$42,106
Expert Level Patient Admissions Clerk$42,245
$38,812 0 yr
$39,931 < 2 yrs
$41,828 2-4 yrs
$42,106 5-8 yrs
$42,245 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Patient Admissions Clerks

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: $50,100
  • San Francisco: $49,600
  • Oakland: $48,500

What Skills Can Increase a Patient Admissions Clerk's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 17.58% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Patient Care (Mentioned in 2.66% Job Postings): Patient care refers to the prevention, treatment, and management of illness and the preservation of physical and mental well-being through services offered by health professionals.
  • Appointment Scheduling (Mentioned in 1.64% Job Postings): Appointment scheduling software or meeting scheduling tools allows businesses and professionals to manage appointments and bookings.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 17.58%
Patient Care 2.66%
Appointment Scheduling 1.64%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Patient Admissions Clerk's salary.
  • Physical Rehabilitation: Can increase your salary by up to 74%.
  • Showing Empathy: Can increase your salary by up to 30%.
  • Initiative: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Physical Rehabilitation
$69,078
74%
Showing Empathy
$51,610
30%
Initiative
$43,273
9%
Managed Care
$43,273
9%
Coordination
$42,876
8%
Process Improvement
$42,082
6%
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How Education impacts a Patient Admissions Clerk's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Patient Admissions Clerks enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Patient Admissions Clerk with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $38,928 and $41,187).

Patient Admissions Clerk Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Patient Admissions Clerk
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 3.6%
High School 53.3%
Associates 21.8%
Bachelors 19.1%
Masters 2.2%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Patient Admissions Clerk Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Patient Admissions Clerk'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

Patient Admissions Clerk Salary Growth & Career Path

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Patient Admissions Clerk, 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.

Patient Admissions Clerk Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role Estimate Salary Projected Raise
Patient Referral Coordinator I $44,300 12%
Counselor - Healthcare Financial Assistance $38,800 -2%

Salary Trends for Patient Admissions Clerk

Salaries for a Patient Admissions Clerk can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $45,354 in 2023 to around $43,627 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Patient Admissions Clerk salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Patient Admissions Clerk Over Time

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2023
$45,354
2024
$44,735
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$43,627
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2024 $44,735
2025 $43,627
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