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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Patient Placement Coordinator in New Mexico is $88,326 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.
However, a Patient Placement Coordinator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Patient Placement Coordinator Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $94,504 | $7,875 | $1,817 | $45 |
| Average | $88,326 | $7,361 | $1,699 | $42 |
| 25th Percentile | $76,182 | $6,349 | $1,465 | $37 |
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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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Patient Placement Coordinator | $85,459 |
| Intermediate Level Patient Placement Coordinator | $85,796 |
| Senior Level Patient Placement Coordinator | $86,302 |
| Specialist Level Patient Placement Coordinator | $89,813 |
| Expert Level Patient Placement Coordinator | $92,205 |
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 Patient Placement Coordinators. 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 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.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $105,992 | $51.0 | 20% |
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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $94,504 | $7,875 | $1,817 | $45 |
| Average | $88,326 | $7,361 | $1,699 | $42 |
| 25th Percentile | $76,182 | $6,349 | $1,465 | $37 |
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