What are the main factors that influence a Prior Authorization Coordinator's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Prior Authorization Coordinator's salary?

A Prior Authorization Coordinator's salary grows with experience: starting around $47,077 for beginners, reaching about $50,294 at mid-level, and approach $54,844 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Prior Authorization Coordinator?

Prior Authorization Coordinator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Prior Authorization Coordinator roles are District of Columbia $53,894, California $53,690, Massachusetts $52,974. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Prior Authorization Coordinator roles make?

Salaries for Prior Authorization Coordinator level roles vary by specialization: Prior Authorization Pharmacist: $137,839; Prior Authorization Nurse: $83,772; Prior Authorization Supervisor: $78,210; Prior Authorization Rn: $76,000; Prior Authorization Manager: $69,630.

Prior Authorization Coordinator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Prior Authorization Coordinator make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Prior Authorization Coordinator in Delaware is $49,294 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,441
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $44,457 to $55,129
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,052

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Prior Authorization Coordinator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,129	$4,594	$1,060	$27
Average	$49,294	$4,108	$948	$24
25th Percentile	$44,457	$3,705	$855	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Prior Authorization Coordinator Salaries

A Prior Authorization 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.

How Experience Level Affects Prior Authorization Coordinator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Prior Authorization 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): $47,077
Early Career (1-2 years): $47,413
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $50,294
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $54,560
Expert (over 8 years): $54,844

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Prior Authorization Coordinator	$47,077
Intermediate Level Prior Authorization Coordinator	$47,413
Senior Level Prior Authorization Coordinator	$50,294
Specialist Level Prior Authorization Coordinator	$54,560
Expert Level Prior Authorization Coordinator	$54,844

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How Do Prior Authorization Coordinator 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 Prior Authorization Coordinators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $53,894.
California: $53,690.
Massachusetts: $52,974.

District of Columbia $53,894 California $53,690 Massachusetts $52,974 Washington $52,780 New Jersey $52,760 Alaska $52,692 Connecticut $52,020 New York $51,748

Hawaii $50,876 Rhode Island $50,468 Maryland $50,190 Minnesota $49,810 Colorado $49,664 Illinois $49,616 Oregon $49,431 Delaware $49,294

New Hampshire $49,209 Virginia $49,017 Pennsylvania $48,457 Nevada $48,175 North Dakota $48,082 Michigan $47,936 Wisconsin $47,883 Vermont $47,776

Texas $47,479 Maine $47,459 Arizona $47,430 Ohio $47,396 Georgia $46,948 Indiana $46,724 Wyoming $46,681 Utah $46,612

Iowa $46,583 Kansas $46,350 Louisiana $46,281 North Carolina $46,257 Missouri $46,247 Florida $46,058 Montana $45,955 Nebraska $45,858

Kentucky $45,804 South Carolina $45,610 Tennessee $45,488 Idaho $45,439 New Mexico $45,084 Oklahoma $45,006 Alabama $44,719 South Dakota $44,237

Arkansas $43,974 West Virginia $43,833 Mississippi $43,410

Top Paying Cities for Prior Authorization 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:

Lincoln: $51,018
Little Creek: $50,545
Magnolia: $50,755

Lincoln, DE $51,018 Little Creek, DE $50,545 Magnolia, DE $50,755 Milford, DE $51,018 Marydel, DE $50,356 Millsboro, DE $51,018 Millville, DE $51,358 Milton, DE $51,018

Nassau, DE $51,018 Ocean View, DE $51,358 Rehoboth Beach, DE $51,358 Seaford, DE $50,482 Selbyville, DE $51,358 Smyrna, DE $50,297 Viola, DE $50,755 Woodside, DE $50,609

Bear, DE $49,927 Newark, DE $49,947 Claymont, DE $49,986 Delaware City, DE $49,947 Hockessin, DE $49,986 Kirkwood, DE $49,947 Middletown, DE $50,195 Montchanin, DE $49,986

New Castle, DE $49,986 Odessa, DE $50,263 Port Penn, DE $49,810 Rockland, DE $49,986 Saint Georges, DE $49,947 Townsend, DE $50,190 Winterthur, DE $49,986 Lewes, DE $51,018

Wilmington, DE $49,986 Dover, DE $50,521 Dover Afb, DE $50,638 Bethany Beach, DE $51,358 Bethel, DE $50,482 Bridgeville, DE $51,018 Camden Wyoming, DE $50,575 Cheswold, DE $50,404

Clayton, DE $50,278 Dagsboro, DE $51,358 Delmar, DE $50,482 Ellendale, DE $51,018 Felton, DE $51,018 Fenwick Island, DE $51,358 Frankford, DE $51,358 Frederica, DE $51,018

Georgetown, DE $51,018 Greenwood, DE $51,018 Harbeson, DE $51,018 Harrington, DE $51,018 Hartly, DE $50,253 Houston, DE $51,018 Kenton, DE $50,278 Laurel, DE $50,482

Yorklyn, DE $49,986

Prior Authorization Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Prior Authorization 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 February 01, 2026

$44,457

Average $49,294/year

$55,129

$3,705

Average $4,108/month

$4,594

$855

Average $948/week

$1,060

$21

Average $24/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,129	$4,594	$1,060	$27
Average	$49,294	$4,108	$948	$24
25th Percentile	$44,457	$3,705	$855	$21

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