What are the main factors that influence a Physician Coder's salary?

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

How does experience change A Physician Coder's salary?

A Physician Coder's salary grows with experience: a Forester (0-0 years)earns $83,758, a Nursery/Greenhouse Manager (0-0 years)earns $56,275, a Ranch Manager (0-0 years)earns $54,130,

What are the highest paying states for a Physician Coder?

Physician Coder salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Physician Coder roles are District of Columbia $51,446, California $51,251, Massachusetts $50,568. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Physician Coder roles make?

Salaries for Physician Coder level roles vary by specialization: Billing Coder: $73,510; Coder: $72,480; Outpatient Coder: $71,886; Senior Coder: $68,816; Coder II: $65,698.

Physician Coder Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Physician Coder make in Rhode Island?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Physician Coder in Rhode Island is $48,175 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $70,846
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,827 to $60,042
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32,227

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Physician Coder Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,042	$5,003	$1,155	$29
Average	$48,175	$4,015	$926	$23
25th Percentile	$39,827	$3,319	$766	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Physician Coder Salaries

A Physician Coder's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Physician Coder 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 Physician Coders. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $51,446.
California: $51,251.
Massachusetts: $50,568.

District of Columbia $51,446 California $51,251 Massachusetts $50,568 Washington $50,382 New Jersey $50,363 Alaska $50,298 Connecticut $49,657 New York $49,397

Hawaii $48,565 Rhode Island $48,175 Maryland $47,910 Minnesota $47,548 Colorado $47,408 Illinois $47,362 Oregon $47,185 Delaware $47,055

New Hampshire $46,973 Virginia $46,790 Pennsylvania $46,256 Nevada $45,986 North Dakota $45,898 Michigan $45,759 Wisconsin $45,708 Vermont $45,605

Texas $45,322 Maine $45,303 Arizona $45,275 Ohio $45,243 Georgia $44,815 Indiana $44,602 Wyoming $44,560 Utah $44,495

Iowa $44,467 Kansas $44,244 Louisiana $44,179 North Carolina $44,156 Missouri $44,146 Florida $43,965 Montana $43,868 Nebraska $43,775

Kentucky $43,723 South Carolina $43,538 Tennessee $43,421 Idaho $43,375 New Mexico $43,036 Oklahoma $42,961 Alabama $42,687 South Dakota $42,227

Arkansas $41,976 West Virginia $41,842 Mississippi $41,437

Top Paying Cities for Physician Coders

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:

Adamsville: $48,965
Albion: $48,152
Ashaway: $49,151

Adamsville, RI $48,965 Albion, RI $48,152 Ashaway, RI $49,151 Barrington, RI $48,152 Block Island, RI $48,895 Bradford, RI $49,118 Bristol, RI $48,105 Carolina, RI $48,718

Charlestown, RI $48,770 Chepachet, RI $48,059 Clayville, RI $48,105 Coventry, RI $48,059 West Greenwich, RI $48,026 East Greenwich, RI $48,091 Exeter, RI $49,118 Fiskeville, RI $48,152

Forestdale, RI $48,105 Foster, RI $48,026 Glendale, RI $48,026 Greene, RI $48,565 Greenville, RI $48,152 Harmony, RI $48,138 Harrisville, RI $48,059 Hope, RI $48,152

Hope Valley, RI $49,151 Hopkinton, RI $49,165 Jamestown, RI $48,672 Kenyon, RI $49,104 Little Compton, RI $48,946 Manville, RI $48,152 Mapleville, RI $48,026 Newport, RI $48,681

Middletown, RI $48,886 North Kingstown, RI $48,012 North Scituate, RI $48,138 Oakland, RI $48,073 Pascoag, RI $48,045 Pawtucket, RI $48,152 Central Falls, RI $48,152 Cumberland, RI $48,152

Lincoln, RI $48,152 Portsmouth, RI $48,486 Prudence Island, RI $48,059 Rockville, RI $49,165 Saunderstown, RI $48,700 Shannock, RI $49,090 Slatersville, RI $48,105 Slocum, RI $48,700

Tiverton, RI $48,979 Wakefield, RI $48,649 Kingston, RI $48,658 Narragansett, RI $48,667 Peace Dale, RI $48,649 Warren, RI $48,138 Warwick, RI $48,152 Westerly, RI $49,178

West Kingston, RI $48,686 West Warwick, RI $48,152 Wood River Junction, RI $49,118 Woonsocket, RI $48,105 North Smithfield, RI $48,138 Wyoming, RI $49,104 Providence, RI $48,152 Cranston, RI $48,152

North Providence, RI $48,152 East Providence, RI $48,152 Riverside, RI $48,152 Rumford, RI $48,152 Smithfield, RI $48,152 Johnston, RI $48,152

Physician Coder Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Physician Coder'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 April 01, 2026

$39,827

Average $48,175/year

$60,042

$3,319

Average $4,015/month

$5,003

$766

Average $926/week

$1,155

$19

Average $23/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,042	$5,003	$1,155	$29
Average	$48,175	$4,015	$926	$23
25th Percentile	$39,827	$3,319	$766	$19

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