As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Market Access Specialist IV in the United States is $160,808 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $77.
However, a Market Access Specialist IV's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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A Market Access Specialist IV'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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Market Access Specialist IV'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:
| Job Role | Years of Experience | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Market Access Specialist II | 2-4 years | $84,027 |
| Market Access Specialist III | 4-7 years | $114,059 |
| Market Access Specialist IV | 7+ years | $160,808 |
| Market Access Specialist V | 7-10 years | $190,484 |
| Market Access Manager | 10+ years | $153,103 |
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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 Market Access Specialist IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Understanding how a Market Access Specialist IV'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, 2026For a Market Access Specialist IV, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Market Access Specialist V role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $190,484 - a projected growth of 18% over your current level.
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A Market Access Specialist IV's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Market Access Specialist IV earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Market Access Specialist IV is $202,827.
The highest pay for Market Access Specialist IV is $177,960.
The lowest pay for Market Access Specialist IV is $143,047.
Responsible for creating and executing comprehensive market access strategies. Designs, develops, and implements an integrated marketing strategy to deliver a strong product value proposition with the end user in mind. Conducts qualitative and quantitative research to provide analytical insights in response to specific market access issues and/or trends. Creates marketing materials that communicate the unique attributes of the drug/medical device to external stakeholders including payer and trade channel recommendations. Provides strategic recommendations for pricing, patient access, reimbursement, and health systems strategy to support expanding the accessibility of the drug/medical device Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. Typically requires 7+ years of related experience.
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