Patient Scheduling Salary in the United States

How much does a Patient Scheduling make in the United States?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Patient Scheduling in the United States is $42,348 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

However, a Patient Scheduling's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $49,940
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,042 to $46,322
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,032
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Patient Scheduling Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $46,322 $3,860 $891 $22
Average $42,348 $3,529 $814 $20
25th Percentile $39,042 $3,254 $751 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Patient Scheduling Salaries

A Patient Scheduling'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 Patient Scheduling Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Patient Scheduling'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): $37,458
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $42,056
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $76,460
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $88,877
  • Expert (over 8 years): $136,478
Levels Salary
Clinic Re... Level Patient Scheduling$37,458
Patient S... Level Patient Scheduling$42,056
Business ... Level Patient Scheduling$76,460
Business ... Level Patient Scheduling$88,877
Business ... Level Patient Scheduling$136,478
$37,458 0 yr
$42,056 < 2 yrs
$76,460 2-4 yrs
$88,877 5-8 yrs
$136,478 > 8 yrs
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How Do Patient Scheduling Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Patient Schedulings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $46,887.
  • California: $46,710.
  • Massachusetts: $46,087.

Top Paying Cities for Patient Schedulings

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: $53,413
  • San Francisco: $52,828
  • Oakland: $51,715

What Skills Can Increase a Patient Scheduling's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 23.87% 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.
  • Patient Care (Mentioned in 1.85% Job Postings): Patient care refers to the prevention, treatment, and management of illness and the preservation of physical and mental well-being through services offered by health professionals.
  • Front Office (Mentioned in 1.1% Job Postings): The front office represents the customer-facing division of a firm. For example, customer service, sales, and industry experts who provide advisory services are considered part of a firm's front office operations.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 23.87%
Patient Care 1.85%
Front Office 1.1%
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 Patient Scheduling's salary.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Medical Practice: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Results Oriented: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Commitment
$45,312
7%
Medical Practice
$44,042
4%
Results Oriented
$43,618
3%
Telephone Etiquette
$43,618
3%
Teamwork
$43,618
3%
Consulting
$43,618
3%
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How Education impacts a Patient Scheduling's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Patient Schedulings enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate 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 Patient Scheduling with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $39,254 and $41,502).

Patient Scheduling Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Patient Scheduling
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 5.8%
High School 46.2%
Associates 21.2%
Bachelors 23.1%
Masters 3.8%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Patient Scheduling Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Patient Scheduling'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 May 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Patient Scheduling

Salaries for a Patient Scheduling can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $38,152 in 2023 to around $38,162 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Patient Scheduling salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Patient Scheduling Over Time

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2023
$38,152
2024
$38,437
2025
$38,162
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2023 $38,152
2024 $38,437
2025 $38,162
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