As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Public Health Administrator in the US is $60,460, equivalent to $29 per hour, $1,163 weekly, or $5,038 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Public Health Administrator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Public Health Administrator in the US vary widely, spanning from $47,268 to $80,211. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($53,555) and 75th percentile ($70,798), while top earners (90th percentile) make $80,211 per year. This $17,243 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Sustainability, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Public Health Administrator often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 73 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
Public Health Administrator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Public Health Administrator Salary $47,268 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Public Health Administrator Salary $53,555 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Public Health Administrator Salary $60,460 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Public Health Administrator Salary $70,798 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Public Health Administrator Salary $80,211 US August 01, 2026
25% $53,555 10% $47,268 90% $80,211 75% $70,798 $60,460 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Bachelor's Degree

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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 Public Health Administrator in the United States. The base salary for Public Health Administrator ranges from $53,555 to $70,798 with the average base salary of $60,460. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $68,187 to $91,697 with the average total cash compensation of $79,050.

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