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

A Risk Adjustment Coder's salary grows with experience: a Risk Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $72,052, a Risk Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $88,491, a Risk Adjustment Coder (4-7 years)earns $107,726, a Risk Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $136,475, a Risk Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $173,433,

What are the highest paying states for a Risk Adjustment Coder?

Risk Adjustment Coder salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Risk Adjustment Coder roles are District of Columbia $105,762, California $105,360, Massachusetts $103,956. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Risk Adjustment Coder roles make?

Salaries for Risk Adjustment Coder level roles vary by specialization: Health Risk Adjustment Director: $161,200; Risk Adjustment Director: $161,114; Supervisor Risk Adjustment: $108,089; Health Risk Adjustment Manager: $102,500; Insurance Risk Adjustment Manager: $102,440.

Risk Adjustment Coder Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Risk Adjustment Coder make in District of Columbia?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Risk Adjustment Coder in District of Columbia is $105,762 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $116,045
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $96,331 to $111,144
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $87,744

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Risk Adjustment Coder Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$111,144	$9,262	$2,137	$53
Average	$105,762	$8,813	$2,034	$51
25th Percentile	$96,331	$8,028	$1,853	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Risk Adjustment Coder Salaries

A Risk Adjustment 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 Experience Level Affects Risk Adjustment Coder Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Risk Adjustment Coder'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): $72,052
Early Career (1-2 years): $88,491
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $107,726
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $136,475
Expert (over 8 years): $173,433

Levels	Salary
Risk Anal... Level Risk Adjustment Coder	$72,052
Risk Anal... Level Risk Adjustment Coder	$88,491
Risk Adju... Level Risk Adjustment Coder	$107,726
Risk Anal... Level Risk Adjustment Coder	$136,475
Risk Anal... Level Risk Adjustment Coder	$173,433

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

District of Columbia: $105,762.
California: $105,360.
Massachusetts: $103,956.

District of Columbia $105,762 California $105,360 Massachusetts $103,956 Washington $103,574 New Jersey $103,536 Alaska $103,402 Connecticut $102,084 New York $101,549

Hawaii $99,839 Rhode Island $99,037 Maryland $98,492 Minnesota $97,747 Colorado $97,461 Illinois $97,365 Oregon $97,002 Delaware $96,735

New Hampshire $96,567 Virginia $96,190 Pennsylvania $95,092 Nevada $94,538 North Dakota $94,356 Michigan $94,070 Wisconsin $93,965 Vermont $93,754

Texas $93,172 Maine $93,134 Arizona $93,076 Ohio $93,009 Georgia $92,131 Indiana $91,691 Wyoming $91,605 Utah $91,471

Iowa $91,414 Kansas $90,956 Louisiana $90,822 North Carolina $90,774 Missouri $90,755 Florida $90,383 Montana $90,182 Nebraska $89,991

Kentucky $89,886 South Carolina $89,504 Tennessee $89,265 Idaho $89,169 New Mexico $88,472 Oklahoma $88,319 Alabama $87,756 South Dakota $86,810

Arkansas $86,294 West Virginia $86,017 Mississippi $85,186

Top Paying Cities for Risk Adjustment 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:

Parcel Return Service: $105,762
Washington: $105,762
Naval Anacost Annex: $105,762

Parcel Return Service, DC $105,762 Washington, DC $105,762 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $105,762 Washington Navy Yard, DC $105,762

Risk Adjustment Coder Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Risk Adjustment 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 March 01, 2026

$96,331

Average $105,762/year

$111,144

$8,028

Average $8,813/month

$9,262

$1,853

Average $2,034/week

$2,137

$46

Average $51/hour

$53

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$111,144	$9,262	$2,137	$53
Average	$105,762	$8,813	$2,034	$51
25th Percentile	$96,331	$8,028	$1,853	$46

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