Know your market value with insights across roles — from individual contributors to executive pay and overall company compensation trends.
Access a suite of powerful calculators to make data-driven career decisions.
Automate pay cycles, manage job architectures, and ensure pay equity with AI-powered compensation platforms.
Access validated salary benchmarks, labor market trends, and minimum wage data to stay competitive.
Participate in and purchase industry-specific salary surveys to obtain the most accurate, peer-reported pay data.
As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Billing Administrator in California is $60,819 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.
However, a Billing Administrator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
Compensation Planning
Develop a Job Description
Pay Equity
2026 Compensation Trend
Smart Recruiting
Recruit with AI
Billing Administrator Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $65,835 | $5,486 | $1,266 | $32 |
| Average | $60,819 | $5,068 | $1,170 | $29 |
| 25th Percentile | $54,256 | $4,521 | $1,043 | $26 |
Air Treatment - Brea, CA
Goodwin Procter - Los Angeles, CA
Jobot - San Diego, CA
TAK Broadband - Sacramento, CA
A Billing Administrator'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 Billing Administrator'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 |
|---|---|
| Accountin... Level Billing Administrator | $48,001 |
| Accountin... Level Billing Administrator | $54,465 |
| Billing A... Level Billing Administrator | $61,275 |
| Accountin... Level Billing Administrator | $68,456 |
| Accountin... Level Billing Administrator | $100,230 |
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 Billing Administrators. 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 Billing Administrator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 10% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Insurance and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 5% above the average. In contrast, Billing Administrator positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Billing Administrator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insurance | $63,860 | $31.0 | 5% |
| Internet | $63,860 | $31.0 | 5% |
| Media | $63,860 | $31.0 | 5% |
| MFG Durable | $63,860 | $31.0 | 5% |
| MFG Nondurable | $63,860 | $31.0 | 5% |
Understanding how a Billing Administrator'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 | $65,835 | $5,486 | $1,266 | $32 |
| Average | $60,819 | $5,068 | $1,170 | $29 |
| 25th Percentile | $54,256 | $4,521 | $1,043 | $26 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Billing Administrator job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
Methodist Health System
HIGHLAND PARK, TX
Methodist Health System | HIGHLAND PARK, TX
Hours of Work : 8-5 PM Days Of Week : Monday-Friday Work Shift : 8X5 Day (United States of America) Job Description : Job Requirements: Bachelor's degree i... more
3 Days Ago
Methodist Health System
HIGHLAND PARK, TX
Methodist Health System | HIGHLAND PARK, TX
Hours of Work : 8-5 PM Days Of Week : Monday-Friday Work Shift : 8X5 Day (United States of America) Job Description : Job Requirements: Bachelor's degree i... more
3 Days Ago
Meridian Behavioral
GAINESVILLE, FL
Meridian Behavioral | GAINESVILLE, FL
Join Our Mission: Your Meridian Career Starts Here. Position Title: Billing Specialist Location: Gainesville, FL Pay Rate: $17.65/hour | Non-Exempt Why Cho... more
6 Days Ago
Powers Health
MUNSTER, IN
Powers Health | MUNSTER, IN
Job Description: Supervisor Patient Accounting - Managed Care Billing and Collections is responsible for leading the daily operations of the Managed Care U... more
14 Days Ago
Apply for the Office Administrator job
HOUSTON, TX
Apply for the Office Administrator job | HOUSTON, TX
Core Supply in Houston, TX is looking for an entry-level Office Administrator who will be responsible for performing the clerical and administrative functi... more
2 Days Ago
Galaxy
NEW YORK CITY, NY
Galaxy | NEW YORK CITY, NY
Who We Are: Galaxy Digital Inc. (Nasdaq: GLXY) is a global leader in digital assets and data center infrastructure, growing the economy that runs on code. ... more
3 Days Ago
Get a Salary Increase
Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.
Search Job Openings
Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.
Adjust Employee Salary
Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.
Price My Industry Jobs
Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.
Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.
Explore Cost of Living CalculatorSalary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.
Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.
Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.
Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:
