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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Provider Contract Specialist in Maryland is $117,871 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.
However, a Provider Contract Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Provider Contract Specialist Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $125,821 | $10,485 | $2,420 | $60 |
| Average | $117,871 | $9,823 | $2,267 | $57 |
| 25th Percentile | $105,472 | $8,789 | $2,028 | $51 |
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A Provider Contract Specialist'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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Provider Contract Specialist'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Contracts... Level Provider Contract Specialist | $78,862 |
| Contracts... Level Provider Contract Specialist | $103,594 |
| Provider ... Level Provider Contract Specialist | $120,454 |
| Contracts... Level Provider Contract Specialist | $147,640 |
| Contracts... Level Provider Contract Specialist | $99,216 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Provider Contract Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Provider Contract Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Provider Contract Specialist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Provider Contract Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biotechnology | $147,339 | $71.0 | 25% |
| Pharmaceuticals | $143,803 | $69.0 | 22% |
| Energy & Utilities | $141,445 | $68.0 | 20% |
| Internet | $139,088 | $67.0 | 18% |
| Insurance | $135,552 | $65.0 | 15% |
Understanding how a Provider Contract Specialist'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $125,821 | $10,485 | $2,420 | $60 |
| Average | $117,871 | $9,823 | $2,267 | $57 |
| 25th Percentile | $105,472 | $8,789 | $2,028 | $51 |
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