Key Factors That Influence Patient Navigator Salaries
A Patient Navigator'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 Navigator Salaries?
Experience is a primary driver of a Patient Navigator'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): $56,991
Early Career (1-2 years): $57,453
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $59,765
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $61,995
Expert (over 8 years): $63,155
Levels
Salary
Entry Level Patient Navigator
$56,991
Intermediate Level Patient Navigator
$57,453
Senior Level Patient Navigator
$59,765
Specialist Level Patient Navigator
$61,995
Expert Level Patient Navigator
$63,155
$56,9910 yr
$57,453< 2 yrs
$59,7652-4 yrs
$61,9955-8 yrs
$63,155> 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?
How Do Patient Navigator 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 Navigators.
For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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: $75,382
San Francisco: $74,556
Oakland: $72,985
San Jose, CA$75,382
San Francisco, CA$74,556
Oakland, CA$72,985
New York, NY$68,813
Paramus, NJ$67,976
Queens Village, NY$67,973
Passaic, NJ$67,916
Bergenfield, NJ$67,911
Stamford, CT$67,779
Huntington, NY$67,755
Newark, NJ$67,313
Bridgeport, CT$67,187
Vallejo, CA$67,068
New Brunswick, NJ$67,044
Petaluma, CA$67,009
Middlesex, NJ$66,895
Somerset, NJ$66,853
Santa Cruz, CA$66,775
Boston, MA$66,411
Monterey, CA$66,201
Seattle, WA$66,064
Santa Rosa, CA$66,052
Los Angeles, CA$66,034
Juneau, AK$65,879
Washington, DC$65,813
Orange, CA$65,600
Santa Ana, CA$65,443
Long Beach, CA$65,383
Anaheim, CA$65,371
Anchorage, AK$65,341
Santa Maria, CA$65,162
Everett, WA$65,150
Danbury, CT$64,939
Bremerton, WA$64,857
Tacoma, WA$64,642
New Suffolk, NY$64,641
Sacramento, CA$64,624
Santa Barbara, CA$64,558
Trenton, NJ$64,492
San Diego, CA$64,492
Brockton, MA$64,427
Fairbanks, AK$64,280
Lompoc, CA$64,128
Lowell, MA$64,079
Ventura, CA$64,068
Nashua, NH$64,056
Stockton, CA$64,050
Modesto, CA$63,614
Poughkeepsie, NY$63,482
Olympia, WA$63,369
Kennewick, WA$63,369
New Haven, CT$63,345
Lawrence, MA$63,130
Hartford, CT$63,070
Riverside, CA$63,058
New Bedford, MA$62,998
Richland, WA$62,998
Bakersfield, CA$62,915
San Bernardino, CA$62,891
New Britain, CT$62,885
Atlantic City, NJ$62,885
New London, CT$62,861
Norwich, CT$62,843
Portsmouth, NH$62,831
Boulder, CO$62,704
Portland, OR$62,622
Worcester, MA$62,616
Minneapolis, MN$62,431
Philadelphia, PA$62,347
Honolulu, HI$62,150
Saint Paul, MN$62,121
Vineland, NJ$62,108
Providence, RI$61,934
Chicago, IL$61,761
Bellingham, WA$61,689
Springfield, MA$61,642
Baltimore, MD$61,624
Chico, CA$61,474
Pittsfield, MA$61,313
Manchester, NH$61,199
Spokane, WA$60,936
Denver, CO$60,930
Albany, NY$60,650
Troy, NY$60,626
Nassau, NY$60,562
Schenectady, NY$60,500
Wilmington, DE$60,452
Burlington, VT$60,369
Salem, OR$60,345
Portland, ME$60,159
Yakima, WA$60,100
Rochester, MN$59,914
Reno, NV$59,885
Fresno, CA$59,885
Milwaukee, WI$59,831
Detroit, MI$59,771
Ann Arbor, MI$59,761
Allentown, PA$59,753
Colorado Springs, CO$59,651
Syracuse, NY$59,622
Carson City, NV$59,622
Houston, TX$59,538
Eugene, OR$59,508
Gary, IN$59,436
Springfield, OR$59,388
Bismarck, ND$59,377
Galveston, TX$59,335
Medford, OR$59,245
Fort Collins, CO$59,221
Concord, NH$59,191
Austin, TX$59,173
Mesa, AZ$59,048
Reading, PA$59,042
Phoenix, AZ$59,036
Dallas, TX$59,018
Saint Cloud, MN$58,961
Madison, WI$58,880
Utica, NY$58,719
Rochester, NY$58,623
Des Moines, IA$58,618
Raleigh, NC$58,612
Atlanta, GA$58,522
Battle Creek, MI$58,504
Salt Lake City, UT$58,486
Lancaster, PA$58,396
Harrisburg, PA$58,313
Kansas City, MO$58,253
Champaign, IL$58,241
Kansas City, KS$58,241
Fort Worth, TX$58,235
Columbus, OH$58,225
Boca Raton, FL$58,211
Pittsburgh, PA$58,187
Richmond, VA$58,163
Indianapolis, IN$58,151
Cleveland, OH$58,145
Las Vegas, NV$58,074
Cincinnati, OH$58,074
Petersburg, VA$57,984
Huntsville, AL$57,894
Lansing, MI$57,854
Lebanon, PA$57,847
Pueblo, CO$57,841
Appleton, WI$57,823
Buffalo, NY$57,799
Dayton, OH$57,781
Racine, WI$57,769
Charlotte, NC$57,763
Saint Louis, MO$57,745
York, PA$57,709
Elkhart, IN$57,709
Gastonia, NC$57,698
Billings, MT$57,683
Beaumont, TX$57,667
Lorain, OH$57,655
Benton Harbor, MI$57,643
Toledo, OH$57,631
Binghamton, NY$57,602
Rock Hill, SC$57,596
Rockford, IL$57,566
Springfield, IL$57,542
Elyria, OH$57,536
Fargo, ND$57,536
Flagstaff, AZ$57,494
Fort Lauderdale, FL$57,458
Duluth, MN$57,422
Miami, FL$57,422
Cheyenne, WY$57,380
Grand Forks, ND$57,380
Bangor, ME$57,249
Cedar Rapids, IA$57,183
Durham, NC$57,158
Louisville, KY$57,153
Grand Rapids, MI$57,141
Hialeah, FL$57,135
Casper, WY$57,052
Scranton, PA$56,980
New Orleans, LA$56,962
Virginia Beach, VA$56,956
Akron, OH$56,926
Peoria, IL$56,848
Sarasota, FL$56,837
Nashville, TN$56,795
Omaha, NE$56,795
Green Bay, WI$56,795
Baton Rouge, LA$56,765
Charleston, SC$56,753
Jamestown, NY$56,723
Davenport, IA$56,723
Tucson, AZ$56,693
Saint Petersburg, FL$56,657
Tampa, FL$56,645
Evansville, IN$56,609
Port Arthur, TX$56,609
Bradenton, FL$56,586
Santa Fe, NM$56,478
Orlando, FL$56,370
Clearwater, FL$56,352
Canton, OH$56,227
La Crosse, WI$56,227
Albuquerque, NM$56,191
Newport News, VA$56,185
High Point, NC$56,167
Ogden, UT$56,143
Corpus Christi, TX$56,095
Norfolk, VA$56,060
Laramie, WY$56,060
Rock Island, IL$56,024
Saginaw, MI$56,012
Jacksonville, FL$56,006
Salisbury, NC$55,994
Boise, ID$55,982
Moline, IL$55,952
Fort Myers, FL$55,934
Memphis, TN$55,922
Tulsa, OK$55,892
Waterloo, IA$55,856
Spartanburg, SC$55,797
Lincoln, NE$55,767
Fort Wayne, IN$55,755
Provo, UT$55,749
Cedar Falls, IA$55,677
San Antonio, TX$55,653
Greensboro, NC$55,629
South Bend, IN$55,623
Savannah, GA$55,558
Muskegon, MI$55,534
Birmingham, AL$55,528
Winston Salem, NC$55,498
Lake Charles, LA$55,354
Anderson, IN$55,342
Lexington, KY$55,324
Augusta, GA$55,307
Greenville, SC$55,307
Lima, OH$55,259
Wichita, KS$55,253
Tuscaloosa, AL$55,253
Columbia, SC$55,199
Springfield, OH$55,187
Asheville, NC$55,091
Bloomington, IN$55,050
Knoxville, TN$54,834
Shreveport, LA$54,828
Wilmington, NC$54,751
Roanoke, VA$54,751
Topeka, KS$54,643
Frankfort, KY$54,637
Oklahoma City, OK$54,595
Chillicothe, OH$54,571
Longview, TX$54,565
Melbourne, FL$54,559
Sioux Falls, SD$54,464
Mobile, AL$54,458
Terre Haute, IN$54,434
Altoona, PA$54,398
Amarillo, TX$54,356
Killeen, TX$54,338
Fayetteville, AR$54,291
Chattanooga, TN$54,273
Sioux City, IA$54,219
Idaho Falls, ID$54,207
Lynchburg, VA$54,159
Gainesville, FL$54,081
Portsmouth, OH$54,051
Little Rock, AR$54,040
Lafayette, LA$54,016
Youngstown, OH$54,016
Daytona Beach, FL$53,980
Clarksville, TN$53,974
Pensacola, FL$53,968
Temple, TX$53,964
Hopkinsville, KY$53,789
Erie, PA$53,777
Florence, SC$53,753
Charleston, WV$53,657
Great Falls, MT$53,627
Macon, GA$53,543
Tallahassee, FL$53,537
Fayetteville, NC$53,526
Waco, TX$53,514
Helena, MT$53,472
Pine Bluff, AR$53,449
Vincennes, IN$53,376
Lubbock, TX$53,352
Alamogordo, NM$53,316
Twin Falls, ID$53,263
Rapid City, SD$53,245
Jackson, MS$53,137
Huntington, WV$53,133
Greenville, MS$53,131
Parkersburg, WV$53,070
Montgomery, AL$53,059
Wichita Falls, TX$53,000
Springfield, MO$53,000
Biloxi, MS$52,970
Monroe, LA$52,910
Johnstown, PA$52,868
Sumter, SC$52,844
Columbus, GA$52,838
Pascagoula, MS$52,725
Abilene, TX$52,725
Kingsport, TN$52,569
Albany, GA$52,569
Gulfport, MS$52,551
Alexandria, LA$52,354
Fort Smith, AR$52,205
El Paso, TX$52,043
Las Cruces, NM$51,774
Harlingen, TX$51,623
Pocatello, ID$51,613
Florence, AL$51,535
Brownsville, TX$51,523
Mcallen, TX$51,398
Dothan, AL$51,314
Columbus, MS$50,959
Altus, OK$50,681
Lawton, OK$50,567
Pierre, SD$50,352
Patient Navigator Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise
Patient Navigator salary potential scales significantly with company size.
Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $63,475.
While startup companies pay approximate $54,063.
Patient Navigator Salary by Company Size
Company Size
Employees
Average Salary
Startup
1~50
$54,063
Growth Stage
51~500
$57,077
Established
501~5000
$61,403
Enterprise
5000+
$63,475
Patient Navigator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors
For Patient Navigator roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential
by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries).
Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare,
offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely,
Patient Navigator positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay,
as this sector often view Patient Navigator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
The top paying industry for a Patient Navigator
Industry Sector
Average Annual Salary
Average Hourly Rate
Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare
$71,718
$34.0
20%
Patient Navigator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay
Understanding how a Patient Navigator'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.
Hourly
Monthly
Weekly
Yearly
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Last Updated on July 01, 2026
$53,570
Average$59,765/year
$65,742
$4,464
Average$4,980/month
$5,479
$1,030
Average$1,149/week
$1,264
$26
Average$29/hour
$32
Annual Salary
Monthly Pay
Weekly Pay
Hourly Wage
75th Percentile
$65,742
$5,479
$1,264
$32
Average
$59,765
$4,980
$1,149
$29
25th Percentile
$53,570
$4,464
$1,030
$26
Patient Navigator Salary Growth & Career Path
Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings.
As a Patient Navigator, 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.
Salaries for a Patient Navigator can change over time,
reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy.
The median salary decreased from $47,110 in 2023
to around $46,510 in 2025,
reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy.
For a detailed analysis of Patient Navigator salary trends,
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Average Annual Salary of Patient Navigator Over Time
2022
$???
2023
$47,110
2024
$47,561
2025
$46,510
2026
$???
2027
$???
Year
Average Annual Salary
2022
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2023
$47,110
2024
$47,561
2025
$46,510
2026
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Common company salaries for Patient Navigator
Here are companies hiring for Patient Navigator and their salaries, click below for more details.
N
$97,099/per year
New York Police Department
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
S
$95,962/per year
State of New York - Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
U
$94,615/per year
US Department of Transportation
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
U
$93,141/per year
US General Services Administration
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
L
$92,342/per year
Los Angeles County
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
D
$92,011/per year
Department of Justice - Federal Bureau of Prisons
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
U
$91,967/per year
US Department of Commerce
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
U
$91,755/per year
US Department of Energy
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
F
$91,673/per year
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
N
$90,276/per year
Naval Sea Systems Command
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
T
$88,975/per year
The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
S
$88,721/per year
San Diego County
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
T
$88,664/per year
The TTB
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
L
$87,569/per year
Lutheran Services
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
M
$85,066/per year
Maryland Inc
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
S
$83,780/per year
State University of New York
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
N
$82,969/per year
New York State
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
P
$82,703/per year
Puerto Rico Department of Education
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
U
$80,526/per year
US Central Command
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
H
$80,286/per year
Health and Safety Executive Northern Ireland
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
A
$79,270/per year
Air Force Reserve
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
A
$78,505/per year
American Automobile Association (AAA)
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
S
$76,678/per year
State of Florida - Department of Health
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
N
$75,183/per year
New York State Department
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
S
$75,106/per year
State University System of Florida
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
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FAQ about Patient Navigator
1. Where can a Patient Navigator earn the most?
A Patient Navigator'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 Patient Navigator earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Patient Navigator is $75,382.
2. What is the highest pay for Patient Navigator?
The highest pay for Patient Navigator is $71,184.
3. What is the lowest pay for Patient Navigator?
The lowest pay for Patient Navigator is $47,930.
4. What are the responsibilities of Patient Navigator?
Supports patients and their families with educational resources about their diseases and helps to navigate the many paths of a healthcare diagnostic and treatment process. Provides age and culturally appropriate information and resources during the diagnostic evaluation. Identifies support groups appropriate for patients and families and coordinates scheduling. Removes obstacles to treatment by scheduling appointments, coordinating referrals, arranging transportation, child care, translation, and other needed services. Tracks and documents metrics and outcomes. RN is not required but experience in healthcare or social services support is typical. May require an associate degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Typically requires 3-5 years of related experience.
5. What industry pays the highest salary for Patient Navigator?
The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Patient Navigator roles,
with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.
Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?
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