Hourly Wage for Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (RN) Salary in the United States

What is the highest and lowest hourly pay for Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (RN)?

As of May 01, 2026, the average hourly rate for a Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (RN) in the United States is $41, which translates to an annual salary of about $84,786.

However, the hourly wage can vary significantly based on several factors. Here’s a detailed look at the typical pay range per hour:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $45 per hour
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $37 to $43 per hour
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33 per hour
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Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (RN) Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $89,621 $7,468 $1,723 $43
Average $84,786 $7,066 $1,631 $41
25th Percentile $76,410 $6,368 $1,469 $37
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Key Factors That Influence Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (RN) Salaries

A Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (RN)'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 Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (RN) Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (RN)'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): $82,036
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $82,661
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $83,536
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $84,930
  • Expert (over 8 years): $86,374
Levels Salary
Entry Level Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (RN)$82,036
Intermediate Level Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (RN)$82,661
Senior Level Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (RN)$83,536
Specialist Level Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (RN)$84,930
Expert Level Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (RN)$86,374
$82,036 0 yr
$82,661 < 2 yrs
$83,536 2-4 yrs
$84,930 5-8 yrs
$86,374 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (RN)s

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: $106,941
  • San Francisco: $105,770
  • Oakland: $103,541

What Skills Can Increase a Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (RN)'s Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Coordination (Mentioned in 8.38% Job Postings): Ability to plan, execute, and adjust job duties to achieve business goals.
  • Billing (Mentioned in 3.3% Job Postings): Billing refers to the aspect of banking, whereby someone is charged accurately for what item they purchased.
  • Patient Care (Mentioned in 1.81% 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.
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Coordination 8.38%
Billing 3.3%
Patient Care 1.81%
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 Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (RN)'s salary.
  • Process Management: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Written Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Problem Solving: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Process Management
 $96,656
14%
Written Communication
 $88,177
4%
Problem Solving
 $87,330
3%
Patient Assessment
 $86,482
2%
Decision Making
 $86,482
2%
Critical Thinking
 $86,482
2%
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Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (RN) Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (RN)'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.

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$76,410
Average $84,786/year
$89,621
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Average $7,066/month
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Average $1,631/week
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$37
Average $41/hour
$43
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $89,621 $7,468 $1,723 $43
Average $84,786 $7,066 $1,631 $41
25th Percentile $76,410 $6,368 $1,469 $37

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Salary Trends for Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (RN)

Salaries for a Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (RN) can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $81,108 in 2023 to around $79,775 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (RN) salary trends, .

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FAQ about Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (RN)

1. What are the responsibilities of Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (RN)?

Ensures accurate and timely completion of Minimum Data Sets for patients in a long-term health care facility as mandated by law. Analyzes data sets, identifies problem areas and works with appropriate staff members to develop and implement modified care plans. Requires a bachelor's degree. Requires Registered Nurse (RN). Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Years of experience may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement.

2. What are the skills of Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (RN)

Specify the abilities and skills that a person needs in order to carry out the specified job duties. Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Coordination: Ability to plan, execute, and adjust job duties to achieve business goals.

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Billing: Billing refers to the aspect of banking, whereby someone is charged accurately for what item they purchased.

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Patient Care: 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.

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