What are the main factors that influence a Patient Care Associate's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change a Patient Care Associate's salary?

A Patient Care Associate's salary grows with experience: starting around $42,014 for beginners, reaching about $44,055 at mid-level, and approach $45,215 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Patient Care Associate?

Patient Care Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Patient Care Associate roles are District of Columbia $43,000, California $42,800, Massachusetts $42,300. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Patient Care Associate roles make?

Salaries for Patient Care Associate level roles vary by specialization: Patient Care Director: $184,420; Patient Care Coordinator: $96,820; Patient Care Administrator: $95,267; Patient Care Quality Programs Nurse Coordinator: $92,210; Patient Care Utilization Monitoring/Review Technician: $76,300.

Patient Care Associate Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Patient Care Associate make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Patient Care Associate in District of Columbia is $43,000 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $51,024
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,000 to $47,200
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,269

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Patient Care Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,200	$3,933	$908	$23
Average	$43,000	$3,583	$827	$21
25th Percentile	$40,000	$3,333	$769	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Patient Care Associate Salaries

A Patient Care Associate'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 Patient Care Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Patient Care Associate'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): $42,014
Early Career (1-2 years): $42,530
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $44,055
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $45,086
Expert (over 8 years): $45,215

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Patient Care Associate	$42,014
Intermediate Level Patient Care Associate	$42,530
Senior Level Patient Care Associate	$44,055
Specialist Level Patient Care Associate	$45,086
Expert Level Patient Care Associate	$45,215

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How Do Patient Care Associate 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 Patient Care Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $43,000.
California: $42,800.
Massachusetts: $42,300.

District of Columbia $43,000 California $42,800 Massachusetts $42,300 Washington $42,100 New Jersey $42,100 Alaska $42,000 Connecticut $41,500 New York $41,300

Hawaii $40,600 Rhode Island $40,300 Maryland $40,000 Minnesota $39,700 Colorado $39,600 Illinois $39,600 Oregon $39,400 Delaware $39,300

New Hampshire $39,300 Virginia $39,100 Pennsylvania $38,700 Nevada $38,400 North Dakota $38,400 Michigan $38,200 Wisconsin $38,200 Vermont $38,100

Maine $37,900 Texas $37,900 Arizona $37,800 Ohio $37,800 Georgia $37,500 Indiana $37,300 Wyoming $37,200 Utah $37,200

Iowa $37,200 Kansas $37,000 Missouri $36,900 Louisiana $36,900 North Carolina $36,900 Montana $36,700 Florida $36,700 Nebraska $36,600

Kentucky $36,500 South Carolina $36,400 Tennessee $36,300 Idaho $36,300 New Mexico $36,000 Oklahoma $35,900 Alabama $35,700 South Dakota $35,300

Arkansas $35,100 West Virginia $35,000 Mississippi $34,600

Top Paying Cities for Patient Care Associates

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:

Parcel Return Service: $43,000
Washington: $43,000
Naval Anacost Annex: $43,000

Parcel Return Service, DC $43,000 Washington, DC $43,000 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $43,000 Washington Navy Yard, DC $43,000

Patient Care Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Patient Care Associate'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

$40,000

Average $43,000/year

$47,200

$3,333

Average $3,583/month

$3,933

$769

Average $827/week

$908

$19

Average $21/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,200	$3,933	$908	$23
Average	$43,000	$3,583	$827	$21
25th Percentile	$40,000	$3,333	$769	$19

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