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

A Prior Authorization Manager's salary grows with experience: a Health Educator (2-4 years)earns $65,387, a Prior Authorization Manager (4-7 years)earns $77,592, a Health Education Manager (7+ years)earns $111,300, a Health Education Director (7+ years)earns $153,973,

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

Prior Authorization Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Prior Authorization Manager roles are District of Columbia $77,095, California $76,802, Massachusetts $75,779. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Prior Authorization Manager level roles vary by specialization: Prior Authorization Pharmacist: $137,839; Patient Care Authorization Senior Nurse: $106,910; Patient Care Authorization Nurse: $86,890; Prior Authorization Nurse: $83,772; Prior Authorization Supervisor: $78,210.

Prior Authorization Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Prior Authorization Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Prior Authorization Manager in District of Columbia is $77,095 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $95,694
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,930 to $86,830
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63,407

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Prior Authorization Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,830	$7,236	$1,670	$42
Average	$77,095	$6,425	$1,483	$37
25th Percentile	$69,930	$5,827	$1,345	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Prior Authorization Manager Salaries

A Prior Authorization Manager'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 Do Prior Authorization Manager 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 Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $77,095.
California: $76,802.
Massachusetts: $75,779.

District of Columbia $77,095 California $76,802 Massachusetts $75,779 Washington $75,500 New Jersey $75,472 Alaska $75,375 Connecticut $74,414 New York $74,024

Hawaii $72,778 Rhode Island $72,193 Maryland $71,796 Minnesota $71,253 Colorado $71,044 Illinois $70,974 Oregon $70,710 Delaware $70,515

New Hampshire $70,392 Virginia $70,118 Pennsylvania $69,317 Nevada $68,913 North Dakota $68,781 Michigan $68,572 Wisconsin $68,495 Vermont $68,342

Texas $67,917 Maine $67,890 Arizona $67,848 Ohio $67,799 Georgia $67,159 Indiana $66,838 Wyoming $66,776 Utah $66,678

Iowa $66,636 Kansas $66,302 Louisiana $66,205 North Carolina $66,170 Missouri $66,156 Florida $65,884 Montana $65,738 Nebraska $65,599

Kentucky $65,522 South Carolina $65,244 Tennessee $65,070 Idaho $65,000 New Mexico $64,492 Oklahoma $64,380 Alabama $63,969 South Dakota $63,280

Arkansas $62,904 West Virginia $62,702 Mississippi $62,096

Top Paying Cities for Prior Authorization Managers

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:

Parcel Return Service: $77,095
Washington: $77,095
Naval Anacost Annex: $77,095

Parcel Return Service, DC $77,095 Washington, DC $77,095 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $77,095 Washington Navy Yard, DC $77,095

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

Understanding how a Prior Authorization Manager'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

$69,930

Average $77,095/year

$86,830

$5,827

Average $6,425/month

$7,236

$1,345

Average $1,483/week

$1,670

$34

Average $37/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,830	$7,236	$1,670	$42
Average	$77,095	$6,425	$1,483	$37
25th Percentile	$69,930	$5,827	$1,345	$34

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