As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Medicaid Coordinator in the United States is $54,046 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.
However, a Medicaid Coordinator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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A Medicaid Coordinator'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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Medicaid Coordinator'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 |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Medicaid Coordinator | $52,265 |
| Intermediate Level Medicaid Coordinator | $52,474 |
| Senior Level Medicaid Coordinator | $55,351 |
| Specialist Level Medicaid Coordinator | $59,722 |
| Expert Level Medicaid Coordinator | $60,035 |
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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 Medicaid Coordinators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Demanded Skills for the Role:
| Skills | Demand Percentage |
|---|---|
| Coordination | 14.26% |
| Home Care | 3.19% |
| Community Health | 1.74% |
| Skill | Salary | Salary % Increase |
|---|---|---|
|
Pediatric
|
$59,991 |
11%
|
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Integrated Care
|
$59,451 |
10%
|
|
Presentation
|
$58,910 |
9%
|
|
Commitment
|
$57,289 |
6%
|
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Care Management
|
$56,748 |
5%
|
|
Quality Improvement
|
$56,748 |
5%
|
Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Medicaid Coordinators enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate 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 Medicaid Coordinator with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $61,900 and $74,308).
Medicaid Coordinator Salaries by Degree Level
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| No Diploma | 0.5% |
| High School | 31.4% |
| Associates | 14.7% |
| Bachelors | 33.0% |
| Masters | 20.4% |
| Doctorate | 0.0% |
Understanding how a Medicaid Coordinator'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, 2026Salaries for a Medicaid Coordinator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $61,378 in 2023 to around $60,698 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Medicaid Coordinator salary trends, .
| Year | Average Annual Salary |
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| 2022 |
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| 2023 | $61,378 |
| 2024 | $61,401 |
| 2025 | $60,698 |
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