Administrator of Practice Operations Salary in the United States

How much does an Administrator of Practice Operations make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Administrator of Practice Operations in the United States is $136,981 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $66.

However, an Administrator of Practice Operations's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $176,565
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $124,355 to $157,701
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $112,860
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Administrator of Practice Operations Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
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Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $157,701 $13,142 $3,033 $76
Average $136,981 $11,415 $2,634 $66
25th Percentile $124,355 $10,363 $2,391 $60
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Key Factors That Influence Administrator of Practice Operations Salaries

An Administrator of Practice Operations'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 Experience Level Affects Administrator of Practice Operations Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Administrator of Practice Operations'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): $128,425
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $128,934
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $130,121
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $131,477
  • Expert (over 8 years): $133,240
Levels Salary
Entry Level Administrator of Practice Operations$128,425
Intermediate Level Administrator of Practice Operations$128,934
Senior Level Administrator of Practice Operations$130,121
Specialist Level Administrator of Practice Operations$131,477
Expert Level Administrator of Practice Operations$133,240
$128,425 0 yr
$128,934 < 2 yrs
$130,121 2-4 yrs
$131,477 5-8 yrs
$133,240 > 8 yrs
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How Do Administrator of Practice Operations 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 Administrator of Practice Operations. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $151,665.
  • California: $151,090.
  • Massachusetts: $149,076.

Top Paying Cities for Administrator of Practice Operations

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: $172,774
  • San Francisco: $171,076
  • Oakland: $167,281

What Skills Can Increase an Administrator of Practice Operations's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 12.59% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Patient Care (Mentioned in 1.45% Job Postings): Patient care refers to the prevention, treatment, and management of illness and the preservation of physical and mental well-being through services offered by health professionals.
  • Advertising (Mentioned in 0.97% Job Postings): Advertising is a marketing communication that employs an openly sponsored, non-personal message to promote or sell a product, service or idea.:465 Sponsors of advertising are typically businesses wishing to promote their products or services. Advertising is differentiated from public relations in that an advertiser pays for and has control over the message. It differs from personal selling in that the message is non-personal, i.e., not directed to a particular individual.:661,672 Advertising is communicated through various mass media, including traditional media such as newspapers, magazines, television, radio, outdoor advertising or direct mail; and new media such as search results, blogs, social media, websites or text messages. The actual presentation of the message in a medium is referred to as an advertisement, or "ad" or advert for short. Commercial ads often seek to generate increased consumption of their products or services through "branding", which associates a product name or image with certain qualities in the minds of consumers. On the other hand, ads that intend to elicit an immediate sale are known as direct-response advertising. Non-commercial entities that advertise more than consumer products or services include political parties, interest groups, religious organizations and governmental agencies. Non-profit organizations may use free modes of persuasion, such as a public service announcement. Advertising may also help to reassure employees or shareholders that a company is viable or successful.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 12.59%
Patient Care 1.45%
Advertising 0.97%
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 Administrator of Practice Operations's salary.
  • CPT Coding: Can increase your salary by up to 25%.
  • KPI: Can increase your salary by up to 23%.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 22%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
CPT Coding
$171,226
25%
KPI
$168,487
23%
Analysis
$167,117
22%
Operations Management
$164,377
20%
Decision Making
$158,898
16%
HIPAA Compliance
$156,158
14%
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How Education impacts an Administrator of Practice Operations's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Administrator of Practice Operations enter the field with a Associate'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 Administrator of Practice Operations with a Associate's Degree is between $142,299 and $154,128).

Administrator of Practice Operations Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Administrator of Practice Operations
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 17.1%
High School 17.1%
Associates 17.1%
Bachelors 44.3%
Masters 21.4%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Administrator of Practice Operations Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Administrator of Practice Operations'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 January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Administrator of Practice Operations

Salaries for an Administrator of Practice Operations can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $119,897 in 2023 to around $118,188 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Administrator of Practice Operations salary trends, .

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2024
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