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

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

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.

How does experience change A Patient Navigator's salary?

A Patient Navigator's salary grows with experience: starting around $57,715 for beginners, reaching about $60,524 at mid-level, and approach $63,957 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Patient Navigator?

Patient Navigator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Patient Navigator roles are District of Columbia $66,172, California $65,921, Massachusetts $65,042. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Patient Navigator roles make?

Salaries for Patient Navigator level roles vary by specialization: Oncology Patient Navigator: $109,751; Patient Oncology Care Nurse Navigator: $108,490; Oncology Navigator - RN: $108,455; Care Navigator -RN: $107,900; Patient Care Nurse Navigator: $107,890.

Patient Navigator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Patient Navigator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Patient Navigator in Delaware is $60,524 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,088
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,250 to $66,577
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,538

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Patient Navigator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,577	$5,548	$1,280	$32
Average	$60,524	$5,044	$1,164	$29
25th Percentile	$54,250	$4,521	$1,043	$26

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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): $57,715
Early Career (1-2 years): $58,183
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $60,524
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,783
Expert (over 8 years): $63,957

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Patient Navigator	$57,715
Intermediate Level Patient Navigator	$58,183
Senior Level Patient Navigator	$60,524
Specialist Level Patient Navigator	$62,783
Expert Level Patient Navigator	$63,957

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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:

District of Columbia: $66,172.
California: $65,921.
Massachusetts: $65,042.

District of Columbia $66,172 California $65,921 Massachusetts $65,042 Washington $64,803 New Jersey $64,779 Alaska $64,696 Connecticut $63,871 New York $63,536

Hawaii $62,466 Rhode Island $61,964 Maryland $61,624 Minnesota $61,158 Colorado $60,978 Illinois $60,918 Oregon $60,691 Delaware $60,524

New Hampshire $60,419 Virginia $60,183 Pennsylvania $59,496 Nevada $59,149 North Dakota $59,036 Michigan $58,857 Wisconsin $58,791 Vermont $58,659

Texas $58,295 Maine $58,271 Arizona $58,235 Ohio $58,193 Georgia $57,643 Indiana $57,368 Wyoming $57,315 Utah $57,231

Iowa $57,195 Kansas $56,908 Louisiana $56,825 North Carolina $56,795 Missouri $56,783 Florida $56,550 Montana $56,424 Nebraska $56,305

Kentucky $56,239 South Carolina $56,000 Tennessee $55,850 Idaho $55,791 New Mexico $55,354 Oklahoma $55,259 Alabama $54,906 South Dakota $54,314

Arkansas $53,992 West Virginia $53,818 Mississippi $53,298

Top Paying Cities for Patient Navigators

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:

Lincoln: $60,251
Little Creek: $60,693
Magnolia: $60,605

Lincoln, DE $60,251 Little Creek, DE $60,693 Magnolia, DE $60,605 Milford, DE $60,404 Marydel, DE $60,504 Millsboro, DE $59,999 Millville, DE $60,091 Milton, DE $60,195

Nassau, DE $60,239 Ocean View, DE $60,081 Rehoboth Beach, DE $60,197 Seaford, DE $60,231 Selbyville, DE $59,981 Smyrna, DE $60,734 Viola, DE $60,455 Woodside, DE $60,617

Bear, DE $60,477 Newark, DE $60,455 Claymont, DE $60,578 Delaware City, DE $60,515 Hockessin, DE $60,449 Kirkwood, DE $60,504 Middletown, DE $60,527 Montchanin, DE $60,463

New Castle, DE $60,472 Odessa, DE $60,557 Port Penn, DE $60,598 Rockland, DE $60,469 Saint Georges, DE $60,508 Townsend, DE $60,601 Winterthur, DE $60,476 Lewes, DE $60,219

Wilmington, DE $60,452 Dover, DE $60,693 Dover Afb, DE $60,373 Bethany Beach, DE $60,018 Bethel, DE $60,080 Bridgeville, DE $60,222 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,522 Cheswold, DE $60,673

Clayton, DE $60,675 Dagsboro, DE $59,976 Delmar, DE $59,880 Ellendale, DE $60,061 Felton, DE $60,400 Fenwick Island, DE $59,989 Frankford, DE $59,885 Frederica, DE $60,459

Georgetown, DE $59,953 Greenwood, DE $60,231 Harbeson, DE $60,017 Harrington, DE $60,323 Hartly, DE $60,511 Houston, DE $60,237 Kenton, DE $60,678 Laurel, DE $59,917

Yorklyn, DE $60,467

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 $64,281. While startup companies pay approximate $54,750.

Patient Navigator Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$54,750
Growth Stage	51~500	$57,801
Established	501~5000	$62,182
Enterprise	5000+	$64,281

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	$72,629	$35.0	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.

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$54,250

Average $60,524/year

$66,577

$4,521

Average $5,044/month

$5,548

$1,043

Average $1,164/week

$1,280

$26

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,577	$5,548	$1,280	$32
Average	$60,524	$5,044	$1,164	$29
25th Percentile	$54,250	$4,521	$1,043	$26

Patient Navigator Salary Growth & Career Path

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Operating Room Supervisor

Patient Relations Supervisor

Patient Relations Manager

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.

Patient Navigator Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Operating Room Supervisor	$111,498	84%
Patient Relations Supervisor	$64,218	6%

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