What are the main factors that influence a Professional Coder'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 Professional Coder?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Professional Coder roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Professional Coder's salary?

A Professional Coder's salary grows with experience: a Medical Records Coding Technician I (0-1 years)earns $41,579, a Medical Records Coding Technician II (1-3 years)earns $51,064, a Professional Coder (3-5 years)earns $67,213, a Medical Records Coding Manager (5+ years)earns $81,994,

What are the highest paying states for a Professional Coder?

Professional Coder salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Professional Coder roles are District of Columbia $71,627, California $71,356, Massachusetts $70,405. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Professional Coder roles make?

Salaries for Professional Coder level roles vary by specialization: Coder: $72,498; Outpatient Coder: $71,926; Certified Professional Coder: $66,405; Medical Records Coder III: $66,393; Surgical Coder: $60,722.

Professional Coder Salary in Delaware

How much does a Professional Coder make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Professional Coder in Delaware is $65,514 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,678
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,357 to $72,928
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,931

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Professional Coder Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,928	$6,077	$1,402	$35
Average	$65,514	$5,459	$1,260	$31
25th Percentile	$57,357	$4,780	$1,103	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Professional Coder Salaries

A Professional Coder'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 Do Professional 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 Professional Coders. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $71,627.
California: $71,356.
Massachusetts: $70,405.

District of Columbia $71,627 California $71,356 Massachusetts $70,405 Washington $70,146 New Jersey $70,120 Alaska $70,029 Connecticut $69,137 New York $68,774

Hawaii $67,616 Rhode Island $67,073 Maryland $66,704 Minnesota $66,200 Colorado $66,006 Illinois $65,941 Oregon $65,695 Delaware $65,514

New Hampshire $65,400 Virginia $65,145 Pennsylvania $64,401 Nevada $64,026 North Dakota $63,903 Michigan $63,709 Wisconsin $63,638 Vermont $63,495

Texas $63,101 Maine $63,075 Arizona $63,036 Ohio $62,991 Georgia $62,396 Indiana $62,098 Wyoming $62,040 Utah $61,949

Iowa $61,911 Kansas $61,600 Louisiana $61,509 North Carolina $61,477 Missouri $61,464 Florida $61,212 Montana $61,076 Nebraska $60,947

Kentucky $60,875 South Carolina $60,617 Tennessee $60,455 Idaho $60,390 New Mexico $59,918 Oklahoma $59,815 Alabama $59,433 South Dakota $58,792

Arkansas $58,443 West Virginia $58,255 Mississippi $57,693

Top Paying Cities for Professional 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:

Lincoln: $65,219
Little Creek: $65,696
Magnolia: $65,602

Lincoln, DE $65,219 Little Creek, DE $65,696 Magnolia, DE $65,602 Milford, DE $65,385 Marydel, DE $65,492 Millsboro, DE $64,945 Millville, DE $65,046 Milton, DE $65,158

Nassau, DE $65,205 Ocean View, DE $65,035 Rehoboth Beach, DE $65,159 Seaford, DE $65,196 Selbyville, DE $64,926 Smyrna, DE $65,742 Viola, DE $65,439 Woodside, DE $65,615

Bear, DE $65,463 Newark, DE $65,439 Claymont, DE $65,573 Delaware City, DE $65,504 Hockessin, DE $65,433 Kirkwood, DE $65,492 Middletown, DE $65,517 Montchanin, DE $65,448

New Castle, DE $65,458 Odessa, DE $65,549 Port Penn, DE $65,593 Rockland, DE $65,454 Saint Georges, DE $65,496 Townsend, DE $65,597 Winterthur, DE $65,462 Lewes, DE $65,183

Wilmington, DE $65,436 Dover, DE $65,696 Dover Afb, DE $65,350 Bethany Beach, DE $64,966 Bethel, DE $65,033 Bridgeville, DE $65,187 Camden Wyoming, DE $65,511 Cheswold, DE $65,675

Clayton, DE $65,677 Dagsboro, DE $64,921 Delmar, DE $64,817 Ellendale, DE $65,013 Felton, DE $65,379 Fenwick Island, DE $64,935 Frankford, DE $64,822 Frederica, DE $65,444

Georgetown, DE $64,896 Greenwood, DE $65,197 Harbeson, DE $64,965 Harrington, DE $65,297 Hartly, DE $65,500 Houston, DE $65,203 Kenton, DE $65,680 Laurel, DE $64,857

Yorklyn, DE $65,452

Professional Coder Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Professional Coder roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Professional Coder positions in Insurance or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Professional Coder as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Professional Coder

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$98,271	$47.0	50%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$72,065	$35.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Professional 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 July 01, 2026

$57,357

Average $65,514/year

$72,928

$4,780

Average $5,459/month

$6,077

$1,103

Average $1,260/week

$1,402

$28

Average $31/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,928	$6,077	$1,402	$35
Average	$65,514	$5,459	$1,260	$31
25th Percentile	$57,357	$4,780	$1,103	$28

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