Authorization Clerk Salary in the United States

How much does an Authorization Clerk make in the United States?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for an Authorization Clerk in the United States is $41,443 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

However, an Authorization Clerk's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $47,101
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $37,489 to $44,405
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,889
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Authorization Clerk Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
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Weekly
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Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $44,405 $3,700 $854 $21
Average $41,443 $3,454 $797 $20
25th Percentile $37,489 $3,124 $721 $18
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Key Factors That Influence Authorization Clerk Salaries

An Authorization Clerk'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 Authorization Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Authorization Clerk'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): $41,718
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $46,939
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $56,159
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,176
  • Expert (over 8 years): $70,704
Levels Salary
Authoriza... Level Authorization Clerk$41,718
Billing C... Level Authorization Clerk$46,939
Billing C... Level Authorization Clerk$56,159
Billing C... Level Authorization Clerk$62,176
Billing S... Level Authorization Clerk$70,704
$41,718 0 yr
$46,939 < 2 yrs
$56,159 2-4 yrs
$62,176 5-8 yrs
$70,704 > 8 yrs
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How Do Authorization Clerk 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 Authorization Clerks. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $45,886.
  • California: $45,712.
  • Massachusetts: $45,103.

Top Paying Cities for Authorization Clerks

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: $52,273
  • San Francisco: $51,759
  • Oakland: $50,611

What Skills Can Increase an Authorization Clerk's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 4.81% 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.
  • Medical Billing (Mentioned in 2.75% Job Postings): Medical billing is a payment practice within the United States health system. The process involves a healthcare provider submitting, following up on, and appealing claims with health insurance companies in order to receive payment for services rendered; such as testing, treatments, and procedures. The same process is used for most insurance companies, whether they are private companies or government sponsored programs: Medical coding reports what the diagnosis and treatment were, and prices are applied accordingly. Medical billers are encouraged, but not required by law, to become certified by taking an exam such as the CMRS Exam, RHIA Exam, CPB Exam and others. Certification schools are intended to provide a theoretical grounding for students entering the medical billing field. Some community colleges in the United States offer certificates, or even associate degrees, in the field. Those seeking advancement may be cross-trained in medical coding or transcription or auditing, and may earn a bachelor's or graduate degree in medical information science and technology.
  • CPT (Mentioned in 1.12% Job Postings): Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) is a medical code set that is used to report medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures and services to entities such as physicians, health insurance companies and accreditation organizations.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 4.81%
Medical Billing 2.75%
CPT 1.12%
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 Authorization Clerk's salary.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Accountability: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Billing Systems: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Collaboration
$44,344
7%
Accountability
$44,344
7%
Billing Systems
$43,930
6%
Consulting
$43,930
6%
Initiative
$43,930
6%
Innovation
$43,516
5%
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Authorization Clerk Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Authorization Clerk'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 February 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Authorization Clerk

Salaries for an Authorization Clerk can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $38,640 in 2023 to around $38,556 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Authorization Clerk salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Authorization Clerk Over Time

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$38,640
2024
$38,786
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2024 $38,786
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