As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Authorization Coordinator in Fort Smith, AR is $38,952, equivalent to $19 per hour, $749 weekly, or $3,246 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Authorization Coordinator in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Authorization Coordinator in Fort Smith, AR vary widely, spanning from $32,341 to $44,611. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($35,491) and 75th percentile ($41,914), while top earners (90th percentile) make $44,611 per year. This $6,423 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Patient Care, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Fort Smith Authorization Coordinator often earn 3.3% lower than national averages. However, Fort Smith currently ranks 788 statewide for Authorization Coordinator job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Authorization Coordinator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Authorization Coordinator Salary $32,341 Fort Smith, AR February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Authorization Coordinator Salary $35,491 Fort Smith, AR February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Authorization Coordinator Salary $38,952 Fort Smith, AR February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Authorization Coordinator Salary $41,914 Fort Smith, AR February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Authorization Coordinator Salary $44,611 Fort Smith, AR February 01, 2026
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About Fort Smith, Arkansas    Fort Smith is the second-largest city in Arkansas and one of the two county seats of Sebastian County. As of the 2010 Census, the population was 86,20....More

Fort Smith, Arkansas  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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