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

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

How does experience change a Practice Administrator's salary?

A Practice Administrator's salary grows with experience: starting around $156,849 for beginners, reaching about $160,375 at mid-level, and approach $167,553 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Practice Administrator?

Practice Administrator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Practice Administrator roles are District of Columbia $167,012, California $166,379, Massachusetts $164,161. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Practice Administrator roles make?

Salaries for Practice Administrator level roles vary by specialization: Practice Director: $143,940; Regional Practice Administrator: $143,014; Administrator of Practice Operations: $136,981; Physician Practice Administrator: $108,150; Practice Group Administrator: $77,081.

Practice Administrator Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Practice Administrator make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Practice Administrator in District of Columbia is $167,012 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $80.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $202,094
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $144,159 to $185,375
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $123,351

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Practice Administrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$185,375	$15,448	$3,565	$89
Average	$167,012	$13,918	$3,212	$80
25th Percentile	$144,159	$12,013	$2,772	$69

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Key Factors That Influence Practice Administrator Salaries

A 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 Practice Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a 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): $156,849
Early Career (1-2 years): $157,907
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $160,375
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $163,195
Expert (over 8 years): $167,553

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Practice Administrator	$156,849
Intermediate Level Practice Administrator	$157,907
Senior Level Practice Administrator	$160,375
Specialist Level Practice Administrator	$163,195
Expert Level Practice Administrator	$167,553

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

District of Columbia: $167,012.
California: $166,379.
Massachusetts: $164,161.

District of Columbia $167,012 California $166,379 Massachusetts $164,161 Washington $163,558 New Jersey $163,498 Alaska $163,286 Connecticut $161,205 New York $160,360

Hawaii $157,660 Rhode Island $156,393 Maryland $155,533 Minnesota $154,357 Colorado $153,904 Illinois $153,753 Oregon $153,180 Delaware $152,758

New Hampshire $152,492 Virginia $151,898 Pennsylvania $150,163 Nevada $149,288 North Dakota $149,002 Michigan $148,549 Wisconsin $148,383 Vermont $148,051

Texas $147,131 Maine $147,071 Arizona $146,980 Ohio $146,875 Georgia $145,487 Indiana $144,793 Wyoming $144,657 Utah $144,446

Iowa $144,356 Kansas $143,632 Louisiana $143,421 North Carolina $143,345 Missouri $143,315 Florida $142,727 Montana $142,410 Nebraska $142,108

Kentucky $141,942 South Carolina $141,339 Tennessee $140,962 Idaho $140,811 New Mexico $139,710 Oklahoma $139,469 Alabama $138,579 South Dakota $137,085

Arkansas $136,271 West Virginia $135,833 Mississippi $134,521

Top Paying Cities for 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:

Parcel Return Service: $167,012
Washington: $167,012
Naval Anacost Annex: $167,012

Parcel Return Service, DC $167,012 Washington, DC $167,012 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $167,012 Washington Navy Yard, DC $167,012

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

Understanding how a 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 January 01, 2026

$144,159

Average $167,012/year

$185,375

$12,013

Average $13,918/month

$15,448

$2,772

Average $3,212/week

$3,565

$69

Average $80/hour

$89

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$185,375	$15,448	$3,565	$89
Average	$167,012	$13,918	$3,212	$80
25th Percentile	$144,159	$12,013	$2,772	$69

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