As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for health administration in the US is $60,325, equivalent to $29 per hour, $1,160 weekly, or $5,027 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for health administration in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for health administration in the US vary widely, spanning from $46,915 to $74,521. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($53,306) and 75th percentile ($67,756), while top earners (90th percentile) make $74,521 per year. This $14,450 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Risk Management or Data Entry, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia health administration often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 6 companies and industry startups. 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
health administration Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile health administration Salary $46,915 US July 01, 2026
25th Percentile health administration Salary $53,306 US July 01, 2026
50th Percentile health administration Salary $60,325 US July 01, 2026
75th Percentile health administration Salary $67,756 US July 01, 2026
90th Percentile health administration Salary $74,521 US July 01, 2026
25% $53,306 10% $46,915 90% $74,521 75% $67,756 $60,325 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Health administration salaries vary widely based on factors such as education, experience, location, and the specific healthcare setting. Professionals in this field typically hold degrees in health administration, public health, or related disciplines. Entry-level positions may start around $50,000 annually, while mid-level roles can range from $70,000 to $100,000. Senior executives, such as hospital administrators or health services managers, often earn salaries exceeding $150,000, particularly in large healthcare systems or metropolitan areas. Benefits packages, including health insurance, ...

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of health administration in the United States. The base salary for health administration ranges from $53,306 to $67,756 with the average base salary of $60,325. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $75,548 to $98,697 with the average total cash compensation of $85,812.

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