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Healthcare Administrative Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does a Healthcare Administrative Assistant make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Healthcare Administrative Assistant in the United States is $53,146 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, a Healthcare Administrative Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,127
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,398 to $56,800
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,075
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Healthcare Administrative Assistant Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $56,800 $4,733 $1,092 $27
Average $53,146 $4,429 $1,022 $26
25th Percentile $48,398 $4,033 $931 $23
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Key Factors That Influence Healthcare Administrative Assistant Salaries

A Healthcare Administrative Assistant'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.

Top Paying Cities for Healthcare Administrative Assistants

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: $67,033
  • San Francisco: $66,299
  • Oakland: $64,902

What Skills Can Increase a Healthcare Administrative Assistant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Scheduling (Mentioned in 36.98% Job Postings): Scheduling is the process of arranging, controlling and optimizing work and workloads in a production process or manufacturing process.
  • Patient Care (Mentioned in 1.84% 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.
  • Administrative Support (Mentioned in 1% Job Postings): Administrative support means technical assistance, studies, surveys, or securing volunteers to assist the department in fulfilling its administrative responsibilities.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Scheduling 36.98%
Patient Care 1.84%
Administrative Support 1%
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 Healthcare Administrative Assistant's salary.
  • Process Improvement: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Pediatric: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Process Improvement
 $61,118
15%
Collaboration
 $60,586
14%
Pediatric
 $60,586
14%
Project Management
 $60,055
13%
Home Care
 $59,524
12%
Leadership
 $58,461
10%
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Healthcare Administrative Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Healthcare Administrative Assistant roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Healthcare Administrative Assistant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Healthcare Administrative Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Healthcare Administrative Assistant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$63,775$31.020%

How Education impacts a Healthcare Administrative Assistant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Healthcare Administrative Assistants 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 a Healthcare Administrative Assistant with a Associate's Degree is between $45,297 and $47,644).

Healthcare Administrative Assistant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Healthcare Administrative Assistant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.5%
High School 30.2%
Associates 21.0%
Bachelors 32.2%
Masters 15.6%
Doctorate 0.5%
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Healthcare Administrative Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Healthcare Administrative Assistant'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.

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Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$48,398
Average $53,146/year
$56,800
$4,033
Average $4,429/month
$4,733
$931
Average $1,022/week
$1,092
$23
Average $26/hour
$27
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $56,800 $4,733 $1,092 $27
Average $53,146 $4,429 $1,022 $26
25th Percentile $48,398 $4,033 $931 $23

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Salary Trends for Healthcare Administrative Assistant

Salaries for a Healthcare Administrative Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $64,845 in 2023 to around $64,105 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Healthcare Administrative Assistant salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Healthcare Administrative Assistant Over Time

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$64,845
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$64,971
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  • TP Mechanical Contractors

    Columbus, OH

    Administrative Assistant

    TP Mechanical Contractors | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Be advised that the nature of this position may require your presence on the project job site at some point up until the ... more

    2 Days Ago

  • Columbus Oncology & Hematology

    Columbus, OH

    Administrative Assistant

    Columbus Oncology & Hematology | Columbus, OH

    Summary:The Administrative Assistant will adhere to strict confidentiality standards during the performance of all duties and responsibilities.This positio... more

    3 Days Ago

  • Educational Solutions Company

    Columbus, OH

    Administrative Assistant

    Educational Solutions Company | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Description. About the Organization. Educational Solutions is a mission-driven organization dedicated to making a. “World... more

    3 Days Ago

  • UPS

    Columbus, OH

    Administrative Assistant

    UPS | Columbus, OH

    UPS is hiring individuals to work as Administrative Assistants. In this role you will: Manage busy calendar and heavy phones, keep call sheet, schedule mee... more

    3 Days Ago

  • Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers

    Columbus, OH

    Administrative Assistant

    Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Full-Time | DTAC of Ohio | On-Site. Location. Columbus, Ohio. Schedule. 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM or 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Compensat... more

    5 Days Ago

  • Ohio History Connection

    Columbus, OH

    Administrative Assistant

    Ohio History Connection | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Position: Administrative AssistantStatus: Full time, permanentLocation: Ohio History Center, Columbus, OHCompensation: $2... more

    5 Days Ago

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FAQ about Healthcare Administrative Assistant

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Healthcare Administrative Assistant?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Healthcare Administrative Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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