Interim Nursing Home Administrator Salary in the United States

How much does an Interim Nursing Home Administrator make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Interim Nursing Home Administrator in the United States is $130,012 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

However, an Interim Nursing Home Administrator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $162,037
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $113,567 to $146,775
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $98,595
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Interim Nursing Home Administrator Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $146,775 $12,231 $2,823 $71
Average $130,012 $10,834 $2,500 $63
25th Percentile $113,567 $9,464 $2,184 $55
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Key Factors That Influence Interim Nursing Home Administrator Salaries

An Interim Nursing Home Administrator'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Interim Nursing Home Administrator 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 Interim Nursing Home Administrators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $143,949.
  • California: $143,403.
  • Massachusetts: $141,492.

Top Paying Cities for Interim Nursing Home Administrators

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: $163,984
  • San Francisco: $162,189
  • Oakland: $158,771

What Skills Can Increase an Interim Nursing Home Administrator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 11.15% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Quality Assurance (Mentioned in 2.13% Job Postings): Verifying the adherence of product with required specifications and expectations to track and resolve deficiencies prior to product release.
  • Operations Management (Mentioned in 1.48% Job Postings): Operations management is an area of management concerned with designing and controlling the process of production and redesigning business operations in the production of goods or services. It involves the responsibility of ensuring that business operations are efficient in terms of using as few resources as needed and effective in terms of meeting customer requirements. Operations management is primarily concerned with planning, organizing and supervising in the contexts of production, manufacturing or the provision of services. It is concerned with managing an entire production system which is the process that converts inputs (in the forms of raw materials, labor, and energy) into outputs (in the form of goods and/or services), or delivers a product or services. Operations produce products, manage quality and creates service. Operation management covers sectors like banking systems, hospitals, companies, working with suppliers, customers, and using technology. Operations is one of the major functions in an organization along with supply chains, marketing, finance and human resources. The operations function requires management of both the strategic and day-to-day production of goods and services.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 11.15%
Quality Assurance 2.13%
Operations Management 1.48%
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 an Interim Nursing Home Administrator's salary.
  • Operations Management: Can increase your salary by up to 18%.
  • Time Management: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Delegation: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Operations Management
$153,414
18%
Time Management
$149,514
15%
Delegation
$148,214
14%
Problem Solving
$148,214
14%
Clinical Services
$145,613
12%
Coordination
$145,613
12%
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Interim Nursing Home Administrator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Interim Nursing Home Administrator roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Interim Nursing Home Administrator positions in Edu., Gov't & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Interim Nursing Home Administrator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Interim Nursing Home Administrator

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$143,013$69.010%

How Education impacts an Interim Nursing Home Administrator's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Interim Nursing Home Administrators enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Interim Nursing Home Administrator with a Bachelor's Degree is between $126,673 and $137,232).

Interim Nursing Home Administrator Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Interim Nursing Home Administrator
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.3%
High School 3.1%
Associates 7.3%
Bachelors 50.0%
Masters 37.8%
Doctorate 1.4%
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Interim Nursing Home Administrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Interim Nursing Home Administrator'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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Interim Nursing Home Administrator

Salaries for an Interim Nursing Home Administrator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $133,458 in 2023 to around $131,094 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Interim Nursing Home Administrator salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Interim Nursing Home Administrator Over Time

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2023
$133,458
2024
$131,905
2025
$131,094
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2024 $131,905
2025 $131,094
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Most common benefits for Interim Nursing Home Administrator

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  • Avalon Health & Rehab Center

    Columbus, OH

    Avalon Health & Rehab Center | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. This position is located at Avalon Health & Rehab Center - 13 Avalon Rd, Mount Vernon, OH 43050. Lead with heart and purp... more

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  • Full Spectrum Staffing

    Columbus, OH

    Full Spectrum Staffing | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) – Skilled Nursing Facility. Full Spectrum Search Group is a full-service healthcare recr... more

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  • Saber Community Support and Development Office

    Columbus, OH

    Saber Community Support and Development Office | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Saber Healthcare is seeking a Dedicated, Experienced LNHA to lead our Ohio Facilities as a Mobile Licensed Nursing Home A... more

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  • MD Staff, LLC

    Columbus, OH

    MD Staff, LLC | Columbus, OH

    Emergency Medicine Physician Needed near Columbus, Ohio. An excellent opportunity for a full-time EM Physician to join an Emergency Department team near Co... more

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    Columbus, OH

    eviCore healthcare | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Alto Health Care Staffing | Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Interim Nursing Home Administrator

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Interim Nursing Home Administrator?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Interim Nursing Home Administrator roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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