Patient Care Attendant Salary in the United States

How much does a Patient Care Attendant make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Patient Care Attendant in the United States is $51,696 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $61,083
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,892 to $56,609
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,609
Compensation Planning
Develop a Job Description
Pay Equity
2026 Compensation Trend
Recruit with AI
Smart Recruiting
View as table View as graph 25% $45,892 10% $40,609 90% $61,083 75% $56,609 $51,696 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Patient Care Attendant Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $56,609 $4,717 $1,089 $27
Average $51,696 $4,308 $994 $25
25th Percentile $45,892 $3,824 $883 $22
Check out Patient Care Attendant Job Openings in the United States
Caregiver Patient Care Attendant

Claremont Retirement Village - Columbus, OH

Patient Safety Attendant

Trinity Health - Columbus, OH

Patient Care Trainer

giftHEALTH Inc - Columbus, OH

Bilingual Patient Care Representative

InnoSource - Columbus, OH

Search More Patient Care Attendant Jobs in the United States

Key Factors That Influence Patient Care Attendant Salaries

A Patient Care Attendant'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 Do Patient Care Attendant 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 Care Attendants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $57,237.
  • California: $57,020.
  • Massachusetts: $56,260.

Top Paying Cities for Patient Care Attendants

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: $65,204
  • San Francisco: $64,490
  • Oakland: $63,131

What Skills Can Increase a Patient Care Attendant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 17.44% 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.
  • Dialysis (Mentioned in 2.48% Job Postings): Utilizing knowledge of dialysis principles and procedures to treat individuals who suffer from kidney failure to regain normal kidney function.
  • Appointment Scheduling (Mentioned in 1.94% Job Postings): Appointment scheduling software or meeting scheduling tools allows businesses and professionals to manage appointments and bookings.
See More Skills
Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 17.44%
Dialysis 2.48%
Appointment Scheduling 1.94%
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 Care Attendant's salary.
  • Process Improvement: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Building Relationships: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Dialysis: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Process Improvement
$57,382
11%
Building Relationships
$55,831
8%
Dialysis
$55,314
7%
Infection Control
$55,314
7%
Patient Satisfaction
$54,797
6%
Leadership
$54,797
6%
Get Latest Data

Patient Care Attendant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Patient Care Attendant 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, Patient Care Attendant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Patient Care Attendant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Patient Care Attendant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$62,035$30.020%

How Education impacts a Patient Care Attendant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Patient Care Attendants 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 Patient Care Attendant with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $44,281 and $47,679).

Patient Care Attendant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Patient Care Attendant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.8%
High School 24.5%
Associates 13.4%
Bachelors 44.3%
Masters 15.8%
Doctorate 1.2%
view as graph

Patient Care Attendant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Patient Care Attendant'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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Patient Care Attendant

Salaries for a Patient Care Attendant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $46,973 in 2023 to around $46,375 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Patient Care Attendant salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Patient Care Attendant Over Time

2022
$???
2023
$46,973
2024
$47,424
2025
$46,375
2026
$???
2027
$???
Year Average Annual Salary
2022
View More
2023 $46,973
2024 $47,424
2025 $46,375
2026
View More
2027
View More

Most common benefits for Patient Care Attendant

Social Security
401(k)
Disability
Healthcare
Pension
Time Off (days)
For Employers

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution.

Compensation Planning

Common company salaries for Patient Care Attendant

Here are companies hiring for Patient Care Attendant and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Patient Care Attendant Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Patient Care Attendant job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

United States
  • Innovative Renal Care

    Columbus, OH

    Innovative Renal Care | Columbus, OH

    Innovative Renal Care - 1151 College Avenue - Responsibilities: Monitor patients before, during, and after dialysis. Set up hemodialysis machines and cannu... more

    3 Days Ago

  • Williams Oral Surgery

    Columbus, OH

    Williams Oral Surgery | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Job Posting: Patient Care Coordinator at Williams Oral Surgery. Job Description. Williams Oral Surgery is excited to anno... more

    5 Days Ago

  • Mount Carmel Health

    Columbus, OH

    Mount Carmel Health | Columbus, OH

    Employment Type:Full timeShift:Description:Position Purpose:The Medical Assistant will function within the State of Ohio scope of practice to administer di... more

    6 Days Ago

  • Orsini Healthcare

    Columbus, OH

    Orsini Healthcare | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Careers with real impact. Every role at Orsini moves a patient closer to life-changing therapy. We partner with biopharma... more

    6 Days Ago

  • giftHEALTH Inc

    Columbus, OH

    giftHEALTH Inc | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Description. About Us. At Gifthealth, we're revolutionizing the way people experience healthcare by simplifying the proce... more

    4 Days Ago

  • InnoSource

    Columbus, OH

    InnoSource | Columbus, OH

    Bilingual Patient Care Representative If you are a dedicated and compassionate individual eager to make a meaningful contribution to patient care, we encou... more

    6 Days Ago

For Employees

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.

For Employers

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.

FAQ about Patient Care Attendant

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Patient Care Attendant?

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

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com provides salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons using data from employer job postings and third-party sources.

We offer detailed salary information across multiple percentiles for your reference. (Click here to learn Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial for Achieving Pay Equity.)

With the most extensive online, real-time compensation data available, Salary.com helps you pinpoint your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

  • Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
  • Job and employee pricing reports
  • Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.
Learn about CompAnalyst