As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Authorization Coordinator in San Jose, CA is $56,240, equivalent to $27 per hour, $1,082 weekly, or $4,687 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 San Jose, CA vary widely, spanning from $46,678 to $64,401. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($51,235) and 75th percentile ($60,512), while top earners (90th percentile) make $64,401 per year. This $9,277 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, San Jose Authorization Coordinator often earn 14.4% higher than national averages. However, San Jose currently ranks 2 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 $46,678 San Jose, CA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Authorization Coordinator Salary $51,235 San Jose, CA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Authorization Coordinator Salary $56,240 San Jose, CA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Authorization Coordinator Salary $60,512 San Jose, CA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Authorization Coordinator Salary $64,401 San Jose, CA April 01, 2026
25% $51,235 10% $46,678 90% $64,401 75% $60,512 $56,240 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Sutter Health - Goleta, CA

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Regal Medical Group - San Bernardino, CA

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University of Southern California (USC) - Manhattan Beach, CA

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