Patient Placement Coordinator Salary in the United States

How much does a Patient Placement Coordinator make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Patient Placement Coordinator in the United States is $95,364 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $108,106
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $82,252 to $102,034
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,315
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View as table View as graph 25% $82,252 10% $70,315 90% $108,106 75% $102,034 $95,364 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Patient Placement Coordinator Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
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Weekly
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Hourly
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75th Percentile $102,034 $8,503 $1,962 $49
Average $95,364 $7,947 $1,834 $46
25th Percentile $82,252 $6,854 $1,582 $40
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Key Factors That Influence Patient Placement Coordinator Salaries

A Patient Placement 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.

How Experience Level Affects Patient Placement Coordinator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Patient Placement 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $92,268
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $92,633
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $93,179
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $96,970
  • Expert (over 8 years): $99,551
Levels Salary
Entry Level Patient Placement Coordinator$92,268
Intermediate Level Patient Placement Coordinator$92,633
Senior Level Patient Placement Coordinator$93,179
Specialist Level Patient Placement Coordinator$96,970
Expert Level Patient Placement Coordinator$99,551
$92,268 0 yr
$92,633 < 2 yrs
$93,179 2-4 yrs
$96,970 5-8 yrs
$99,551 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Patient Placement Coordinators

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: $120,283
  • San Francisco: $118,966
  • Oakland: $116,459

What Skills Can Increase a Patient Placement Coordinator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 14.62% 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.
  • Billing (Mentioned in 3.72% Job Postings): Billing refers to the aspect of banking, whereby someone is charged accurately for what item they purchased.
  • Dental Care (Mentioned in 1.58% Job Postings): Dental or oral health is concerned with your teeth, gums and mouth. The goal is to prevent complications such as tooth decay (cavities) and gum disease and to maintain the overall health of your mouth.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 14.62%
Billing 3.72%
Dental Care 1.58%
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 Placement Coordinator's salary.
  • Decision Making: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Decision Making
$101,086
6%
Leadership
$101,086
6%
Commitment
$101,086
6%
Coordination
$100,133
5%
Accountability
$100,133
5%
Dedication
$99,179
4%
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Patient Placement Coordinator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

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

The top paying industry for a Patient Placement Coordinator

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$114,437$55.020%

How Education impacts a Patient Placement Coordinator's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Patient Placement Coordinators enter the field with a Bachelor'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 Patient Placement Coordinator with a Bachelor's Degree is between $94,480 and $100,354).

Patient Placement Coordinator Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Patient Placement Coordinator
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 41.1%
High School 41.1%
Associates 14.3%
Bachelors 28.6%
Masters 16.1%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Patient Placement Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Patient Placement 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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Patient Placement Coordinator

Salaries for a Patient Placement Coordinator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $195,339 in 2023 to around $188,699 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Patient Placement Coordinator salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Patient Placement Coordinator Over Time

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2023
$195,339
2024
$193,447
2025
$188,699
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2023 $195,339
2024 $193,447
2025 $188,699
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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Patient Placement Coordinator

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Patient Placement Coordinator?

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

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