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 $48,217 for beginners, reaching about $51,512 at mid-level, and approach $56,171 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 $53,917, California $53,712, Massachusetts $52,996. 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: $137,964; Prior Authorization Nurse: $83,742; Prior Authorization Supervisor: $78,159; Prior Authorization Rn: $76,027; Prior Authorization Manager: $69,633.

Prior Authorization Coordinator Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Prior Authorization Coordinator make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Prior Authorization Coordinator in Rhode Island is $50,488 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): $61,902
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,533 to $56,463
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,022

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Prior Authorization Coordinator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,463	$4,705	$1,086	$27
Average	$50,488	$4,207	$971	$24
25th Percentile	$45,533	$3,794	$876	$22

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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): $48,217
Early Career (1-2 years): $48,561
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $51,512
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $55,880
Expert (over 8 years): $56,171

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Prior Authorization Coordinator	$48,217
Intermediate Level Prior Authorization Coordinator	$48,561
Senior Level Prior Authorization Coordinator	$51,512
Specialist Level Prior Authorization Coordinator	$55,880
Expert Level Prior Authorization Coordinator	$56,171

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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: $53,917.
California: $53,712.
Massachusetts: $52,996.

District of Columbia $53,917 California $53,712 Massachusetts $52,996 Washington $52,801 New Jersey $52,782 Alaska $52,714 Connecticut $52,042 New York $51,769

Hawaii $50,897 Rhode Island $50,488 Maryland $50,211 Minnesota $49,831 Colorado $49,685 Illinois $49,636 Oregon $49,451 Delaware $49,315

New Hampshire $49,229 Virginia $49,037 Pennsylvania $48,477 Nevada $48,195 North Dakota $48,102 Michigan $47,956 Wisconsin $47,903 Vermont $47,795

Texas $47,498 Maine $47,479 Arizona $47,450 Ohio $47,416 Georgia $46,968 Indiana $46,744 Wyoming $46,700 Utah $46,632

Iowa $46,602 Kansas $46,369 Louisiana $46,300 North Carolina $46,276 Missouri $46,266 Florida $46,076 Montana $45,974 Nebraska $45,877

Kentucky $45,823 South Carolina $45,628 Tennessee $45,507 Idaho $45,458 New Mexico $45,103 Oklahoma $45,025 Alabama $44,737 South Dakota $44,255

Arkansas $43,992 West Virginia $43,851 Mississippi $43,427

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:

Adamsville: $51,119
Albion: $50,687
Ashaway: $51,023

Adamsville, RI $51,119 Albion, RI $50,687 Ashaway, RI $51,023 Barrington, RI $50,554 Block Island, RI $50,836 Bradford, RI $50,992 Bristol, RI $50,749 Carolina, RI $50,908

Charlestown, RI $50,926 Chepachet, RI $50,825 Clayville, RI $50,683 Coventry, RI $50,686 West Greenwich, RI $50,825 East Greenwich, RI $50,651 Exeter, RI $50,811 Fiskeville, RI $50,553

Forestdale, RI $50,943 Foster, RI $50,798 Glendale, RI $50,947 Greene, RI $50,865 Greenville, RI $50,573 Harmony, RI $50,638 Harrisville, RI $50,925 Hope, RI $50,585

Hope Valley, RI $50,978 Hopkinton, RI $51,045 Jamestown, RI $50,874 Kenyon, RI $50,901 Little Compton, RI $51,112 Manville, RI $50,754 Mapleville, RI $50,835 Newport, RI $50,926

Middletown, RI $50,948 North Kingstown, RI $50,739 North Scituate, RI $50,638 Oakland, RI $50,890 Pascoag, RI $50,958 Pawtucket, RI $50,479 Central Falls, RI $50,501 Cumberland, RI $50,788

Lincoln, RI $50,552 Portsmouth, RI $50,920 Prudence Island, RI $50,816 Rockville, RI $51,037 Saunderstown, RI $50,844 Shannock, RI $50,904 Slatersville, RI $50,943 Slocum, RI $50,842

Tiverton, RI $51,075 Wakefield, RI $50,887 Kingston, RI $50,868 Narragansett, RI $50,901 Peace Dale, RI $50,881 Warren, RI $50,685 Warwick, RI $50,543 Westerly, RI $51,035

West Kingston, RI $50,884 West Warwick, RI $50,605 Wood River Junction, RI $50,956 Woonsocket, RI $50,946 North Smithfield, RI $50,830 Wyoming, RI $50,904 Providence, RI $50,464 Cranston, RI $50,471

North Providence, RI $50,477 East Providence, RI $50,467 Riverside, RI $50,483 Rumford, RI $50,476 Smithfield, RI $50,578 Johnston, RI $50,494

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 May 01, 2026

$45,533

Average $50,488/year

$56,463

$3,794

Average $4,207/month

$4,705

$876

Average $971/week

$1,086

$22

Average $24/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,463	$4,705	$1,086	$27
Average	$50,488	$4,207	$971	$24
25th Percentile	$45,533	$3,794	$876	$22

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