What are the main factors that influence a Physician Practice Administrator's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Physician Practice Administrator?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Physician Practice Administrator roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Physician Practice Administrator's salary?

A Physician Practice Administrator's salary grows with experience: starting around $105,146 for beginners, reaching about $107,817 at mid-level, and approach $112,409 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Physician Practice Administrator?

Physician Practice Administrator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Physician Practice Administrator roles are District of Columbia $119,791, California $119,337, Massachusetts $117,746. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Physician Practice Administrator roles make?

Salaries for Physician Practice Administrator level roles vary by specialization: CEO - Physician Practice: $591,500; CFO - Physician Practice: $364,900; General Practice Physician: $239,015; Physician Practice Leader: $162,292; Finance Director - Physician Practice: $152,420.

Physician Practice Administrator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Physician Practice Administrator make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Physician Practice Administrator in Delaware is $109,567 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

However, a Physician Practice Administrator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $128,028
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $99,803 to $119,230
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $90,913

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Physician Practice Administrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$119,230	$9,936	$2,293	$57
Average	$109,567	$9,131	$2,107	$53
25th Percentile	$99,803	$8,317	$1,919	$48

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Key Factors That Influence Physician Practice Administrator Salaries

A Physician Practice Administrator'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Physician Practice Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Physician Practice Administrator'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): $105,146
Early Career (1-2 years): $105,591
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $107,817
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $111,272
Expert (over 8 years): $112,409

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Physician Practice Administrator	$105,146
Intermediate Level Physician Practice Administrator	$105,591
Senior Level Physician Practice Administrator	$107,817
Specialist Level Physician Practice Administrator	$111,272
Expert Level Physician Practice Administrator	$112,409

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How Do Physician Practice Administrator 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 Physician Practice Administrators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $119,791.
California: $119,337.
Massachusetts: $117,746.

District of Columbia $119,791 California $119,337 Massachusetts $117,746 Washington $117,314 New Jersey $117,270 Alaska $117,119 Connecticut $115,626 New York $115,020

Hawaii $113,083 Rhode Island $112,175 Maryland $111,558 Minnesota $110,714 Colorado $110,389 Illinois $110,281 Oregon $109,870 Delaware $109,567

New Hampshire $109,377 Virginia $108,950 Pennsylvania $107,706 Nevada $107,079 North Dakota $106,873 Michigan $106,548 Wisconsin $106,429 Vermont $106,191

Texas $105,531 Maine $105,488 Arizona $105,423 Ohio $105,348 Georgia $104,352 Indiana $103,854 Wyoming $103,757 Utah $103,606

Iowa $103,541 Kansas $103,021 Louisiana $102,870 North Carolina $102,816 Missouri $102,794 Florida $102,372 Montana $102,145 Nebraska $101,929

Kentucky $101,810 South Carolina $101,377 Tennessee $101,106 Idaho $100,998 New Mexico $100,208 Oklahoma $100,035 Alabama $99,397 South Dakota $98,326

Arkansas $97,742 West Virginia $97,428 Mississippi $96,487

Top Paying Cities for Physician Practice Administrators

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:

Lincoln: $109,074
Little Creek: $109,872
Magnolia: $109,714

Lincoln, DE $109,074 Little Creek, DE $109,872 Magnolia, DE $109,714 Milford, DE $109,351 Marydel, DE $109,530 Millsboro, DE $108,616 Millville, DE $108,784 Milton, DE $108,972

Nassau, DE $109,051 Ocean View, DE $108,765 Rehoboth Beach, DE $108,974 Seaford, DE $109,036 Selbyville, DE $108,585 Smyrna, DE $109,948 Viola, DE $109,442 Woodside, DE $109,736

Bear, DE $109,483 Newark, DE $109,442 Claymont, DE $109,666 Delaware City, DE $109,551 Hockessin, DE $109,432 Kirkwood, DE $109,530 Middletown, DE $109,572 Montchanin, DE $109,457

New Castle, DE $109,473 Odessa, DE $109,627 Port Penn, DE $109,700 Rockland, DE $109,468 Saint Georges, DE $109,538 Townsend, DE $109,707 Winterthur, DE $109,480 Lewes, DE $109,014

Wilmington, DE $109,437 Dover, DE $109,872 Dover Afb, DE $109,293 Bethany Beach, DE $108,651 Bethel, DE $108,763 Bridgeville, DE $109,020 Camden Wyoming, DE $109,563 Cheswold, DE $109,836

Clayton, DE $109,840 Dagsboro, DE $108,575 Delmar, DE $108,401 Ellendale, DE $108,730 Felton, DE $109,342 Fenwick Island, DE $108,599 Frankford, DE $108,409 Frederica, DE $109,450

Georgetown, DE $108,534 Greenwood, DE $109,037 Harbeson, DE $108,650 Harrington, DE $109,204 Hartly, DE $109,543 Houston, DE $109,048 Kenton, DE $109,845 Laurel, DE $108,469

Yorklyn, DE $109,464

Physician Practice Administrator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Physician Practice Administrator roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Physician Practice Administrator positions in Edu., Government & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Physician Practice Administrator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Physician Practice Administrator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$120,524	$58.0	10%

Physician Practice Administrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Physician Practice Administrator'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 August 01, 2026

$99,803

Average $109,567/year

$119,230

$8,317

Average $9,131/month

$9,936

$1,919

Average $2,107/week

$2,293

$48

Average $53/hour

$57

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$119,230	$9,936	$2,293	$57
Average	$109,567	$9,131	$2,107	$53
25th Percentile	$99,803	$8,317	$1,919	$48

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