What are the main factors that influence a Drg Validator'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 Drg Validator?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Drg Validator roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Drg Validator's salary?

A Drg Validator's salary grows with experience: starting around $73,193 for beginners, reaching about $75,989 at mid-level, and approach $80,261 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Drg Validator?

Drg Validator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Drg Validator roles are District of Columbia $81,721, California $81,411, Massachusetts $80,326. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Drg Validator roles make?

Salaries for Drg Validator level roles vary by specialization: Drg Validation Auditor: $91,694; DRG Coordinator: $85,500; Medicare DRG Validation and Appeals Coordinator: $85,470; Diagnosis Related Group (DRG) Coordinator: $85,462; Drg Auditor: $83,148.

Drg Validator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Drg Validator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Drg Validator in Delaware is $74,746 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,123
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $63,565 to $83,318
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $53,386

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Drg Validator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,318	$6,943	$1,602	$40
Average	$74,746	$6,229	$1,437	$36
25th Percentile	$63,565	$5,297	$1,222	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Drg Validator Salaries

A Drg Validator'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 Drg Validator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Drg Validator'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): $73,193
Early Career (1-2 years): $73,659
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $75,989
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $79,241
Expert (over 8 years): $80,261

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Drg Validator	$73,193
Intermediate Level Drg Validator	$73,659
Senior Level Drg Validator	$75,989
Specialist Level Drg Validator	$79,241
Expert Level Drg Validator	$80,261

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How Do Drg Validator 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 Drg Validators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $81,721.
California: $81,411.
Massachusetts: $80,326.

District of Columbia $81,721 California $81,411 Massachusetts $80,326 Washington $80,031 New Jersey $80,001 Alaska $79,898 Connecticut $78,880 New York $78,466

Hawaii $77,145 Rhode Island $76,525 Maryland $76,104 Minnesota $75,529 Colorado $75,307 Illinois $75,233 Oregon $74,953 Delaware $74,746

New Hampshire $74,616 Virginia $74,326 Pennsylvania $73,477 Nevada $73,049 North Dakota $72,908 Michigan $72,687 Wisconsin $72,606 Vermont $72,443

Texas $71,993 Maine $71,964 Arizona $71,919 Ohio $71,868 Georgia $71,189 Indiana $70,849 Wyoming $70,783 Utah $70,679

Iowa $70,635 Kansas $70,281 Louisiana $70,178 North Carolina $70,141 Missouri $70,126 Florida $69,838 Montana $69,683 Nebraska $69,535

Kentucky $69,454 South Carolina $69,159 Tennessee $68,974 Idaho $68,901 New Mexico $68,362 Oklahoma $68,244 Alabama $67,808 South Dakota $67,078

Arkansas $66,679 West Virginia $66,465 Mississippi $65,823

Top Paying Cities for Drg Validators

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: $74,410
Little Creek: $74,954
Magnolia: $74,847

Lincoln, DE $74,410 Little Creek, DE $74,954 Magnolia, DE $74,847 Milford, DE $74,599 Marydel, DE $74,721 Millsboro, DE $74,097 Millville, DE $74,212 Milton, DE $74,340

Nassau, DE $74,394 Ocean View, DE $74,199 Rehoboth Beach, DE $74,342 Seaford, DE $74,384 Selbyville, DE $74,076 Smyrna, DE $75,006 Viola, DE $74,661 Woodside, DE $74,861

Bear, DE $74,689 Newark, DE $74,661 Claymont, DE $74,813 Delaware City, DE $74,735 Hockessin, DE $74,654 Kirkwood, DE $74,721 Middletown, DE $74,750 Montchanin, DE $74,671

New Castle, DE $74,682 Odessa, DE $74,787 Port Penn, DE $74,837 Rockland, DE $74,678 Saint Georges, DE $74,726 Townsend, DE $74,841 Winterthur, DE $74,687 Lewes, DE $74,369

Wilmington, DE $74,658 Dover, DE $74,954 Dover Afb, DE $74,560 Bethany Beach, DE $74,121 Bethel, DE $74,198 Bridgeville, DE $74,373 Camden Wyoming, DE $74,743 Cheswold, DE $74,930

Clayton, DE $74,932 Dagsboro, DE $74,069 Delmar, DE $73,951 Ellendale, DE $74,175 Felton, DE $74,593 Fenwick Island, DE $74,086 Frankford, DE $73,957 Frederica, DE $74,667

Georgetown, DE $74,041 Greenwood, DE $74,385 Harbeson, DE $74,120 Harrington, DE $74,498 Hartly, DE $74,730 Houston, DE $74,392 Kenton, DE $74,936 Laurel, DE $73,997

Yorklyn, DE $74,676

Drg Validator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Drg Validator roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Drg Validator positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Drg Validator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Drg Validator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$82,221	$40.0	10%

Drg Validator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Drg Validator'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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$63,565

Average $74,746/year

$83,318

$5,297

Average $6,229/month

$6,943

$1,222

Average $1,437/week

$1,602

$31

Average $36/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,318	$6,943	$1,602	$40
Average	$74,746	$6,229	$1,437	$36
25th Percentile	$63,565	$5,297	$1,222	$31

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