Patient Delivery Associate Salary in the United States

How much does a Patient Delivery Associate make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Patient Delivery Associate in the United States is $37,230 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

However, a Patient Delivery Associate's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $41,713
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $34,296 to $39,577
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,626
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Patient Delivery Associate Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $39,577 $3,298 $761 $19
Average $37,230 $3,102 $716 $18
25th Percentile $34,296 $2,858 $660 $16
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Key Factors That Influence Patient Delivery Associate Salaries

A Patient Delivery Associate'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 Patient Delivery Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Patient Delivery Associate'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): $36,061
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $36,288
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $36,604
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $37,126
  • Expert (over 8 years): $37,816
Levels Salary
Entry Level Patient Delivery Associate$36,061
Intermediate Level Patient Delivery Associate$36,288
Senior Level Patient Delivery Associate$36,604
Specialist Level Patient Delivery Associate$37,126
Expert Level Patient Delivery Associate$37,816
$36,061 0 yr
$36,288 < 2 yrs
$36,604 2-4 yrs
$37,126 5-8 yrs
$37,816 > 8 yrs
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How Do Patient Delivery Associate 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 Patient Delivery Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $41,221.
  • California: $41,064.
  • Massachusetts: $40,517.

Top Paying Cities for Patient Delivery Associates

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: $46,958
  • San Francisco: $46,444
  • Oakland: $45,465

What Skills Can Increase a Patient Delivery Associate's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 4.08% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Direct Patient Care (Mentioned in 2.82% Job Postings): Direct patient care Hands on, face-to-face contact with patients for the purpose of diagnosis, treatment. and monitoring.
  • Clinical Nursing (Mentioned in 2.2% Job Postings): Clinical research nursing is defined as clinical nursing practice with a specialty focus on research implementation and the care of subjects participating in clinical research.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 4.08%
Direct Patient Care 2.82%
Clinical Nursing 2.2%
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 a Patient Delivery Associate's salary.
  • Delegation: Can increase your salary by up to 70%.
  • Time Management: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Nursing Practice: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Delegation
$63,290
70%
Time Management
$43,186
16%
Nursing Practice
$41,697
12%
Coordination
$41,325
11%
Housekeeping
$40,953
10%
Innovation
$40,208
8%
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Patient Delivery Associate Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Patient Delivery Associate roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 30% above the average. Conversely, Patient Delivery Associate positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Patient Delivery Associate as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Patient Delivery Associate

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$48,399$23.030%

How Education impacts a Patient Delivery Associate's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Patient Delivery Associates enter the field with a No Diploma degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Patient Delivery Associate with a No Diploma is between $30,562 and $32,564).

Patient Delivery Associate Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Patient Delivery Associate
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.9%
High School 73.6%
Associates 9.4%
Bachelors 15.1%
Masters 0.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Patient Delivery Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Patient Delivery Associate'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

Salary Trends for Patient Delivery Associate

Salaries for a Patient Delivery Associate can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $36,667 in 2023 to around $37,132 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Patient Delivery Associate salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Patient Delivery Associate Over Time

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2023
$36,667
2024
$37,965
2025
$37,132
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2023 $36,667
2024 $37,965
2025 $37,132
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