Provider Relations Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does a Provider Relations Specialist make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Provider Relations Specialist in the United States is $56,764 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

However, a Provider Relations Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $65,464
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,862 to $61,318
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,489
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Provider Relations Specialist Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $61,318 $5,110 $1,179 $29
Average $56,764 $4,730 $1,092 $27
25th Percentile $50,862 $4,239 $978 $24
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Key Factors That Influence Provider Relations Specialist Salaries

A Provider Relations Specialist'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 Provider Relations Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Provider Relations Specialist'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): $57,174
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $68,889
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $73,131
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $108,040
  • Expert (over 8 years): $155,249
Levels Salary
Provider ... Level Provider Relations Specialist$57,174
Provider ... Level Provider Relations Specialist$68,889
Provider ... Level Provider Relations Specialist$73,131
Provider ... Level Provider Relations Specialist$108,040
Provider ... Level Provider Relations Specialist$155,249
$57,174 0 yr
$68,889 < 2 yrs
$73,131 2-4 yrs
$108,040 5-8 yrs
$155,249 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Provider Relations Specialists

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: $71,597
  • San Francisco: $70,813
  • Oakland: $69,320

What Skills Can Increase a Provider Relations Specialist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 10.02% 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.
  • Beacon (Mentioned in 2.75% Job Postings): A beacon sets an organization's vision and direction through an understanding of the contextual landscape. The "leader as coach" inspires and motivates teams to deliver on that vision or mission. The "leader as innovator" explores new potential services or avenues of growth.
  • HIPAA (Mentioned in 1.51% Job Postings): The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 is a federal law that required the creation of national standards to protect sensitive patient health information from being disclosed without the patient's consent or knowledge.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 10.02%
Beacon 2.75%
HIPAA 1.51%
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 Provider Relations Specialist's salary.
  • Sales and Marketing: Can increase your salary by up to 20%.
  • Data Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Innovation: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Sales and Marketing
$68,117
20%
Data Analysis
$65,846
16%
Innovation
$62,441
10%
Accountability
$59,602
5%
Network Management
$59,602
5%
Communication Skills
$59,035
4%
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Provider Relations Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Provider Relations Specialist 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, Insurance, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Provider Relations Specialist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Provider Relations Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Provider Relations Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Insurance$68,117$33.020%

How Education impacts a Provider Relations Specialist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Provider Relations Specialists enter the field with a Associate'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 Provider Relations Specialist with a Associate's Degree is between $56,645 and $60,325).

Provider Relations Specialist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Provider Relations Specialist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 5.6%
High School 22.2%
Associates 2.8%
Bachelors 52.8%
Masters 13.9%
Doctorate 2.8%
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Provider Relations Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Provider Relations Specialist'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 Provider Relations Specialist

Salaries for a Provider Relations Specialist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $61,571 in 2023 to around $59,873 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Provider Relations Specialist salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Provider Relations Specialist Over Time

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2023
$61,571
2024
$61,018
2025
$59,873
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2024 $61,018
2025 $59,873
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FAQ about Provider Relations Specialist

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Provider Relations Specialist?

The Insurance industry offers the highest average compensation for Provider Relations Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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