What are the main factors that influence a Provider Credentialing Specialist'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 Provider Credentialing Specialist?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Provider Credentialing Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Provider Credentialing Specialist's salary?

A Provider Credentialing Specialist's salary grows with experience: a Medical Staff Credentialing Specialist (2-4 years)earns $45,986, a Provider Credentialing Specialist (4-7 years)earns $53,144, a Medical Staff Credentialing Supervisor (7+ years)earns $73,271, a Medical Staff Credentialing Manager (7+ years)earns $110,585, a Medical Staff Credentialing Director (7+ years)earns $144,350,

What are the highest paying states for a Provider Credentialing Specialist?

Provider Credentialing Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Provider Credentialing Specialist roles are District of Columbia $58,441, California $58,219, Massachusetts $57,443. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Provider Credentialing Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Provider Credentialing Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Medical Provider Credentialing Director: $144,610; Medical Provider Credentialing Manager: $110,790; Medical Provider Credentialing Supervisor: $73,410; Provider Credentialing: $53,516; Provider Credentialing Specialist III: $53,300.

Provider Credentialing Specialist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Provider Credentialing Specialist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Provider Credentialing Specialist in Delaware is $53,453 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, a Provider Credentialing Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $61,476
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,890 to $57,652
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,736

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Provider Credentialing Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,652	$4,804	$1,109	$28
Average	$53,453	$4,454	$1,028	$26
25th Percentile	$48,890	$4,074	$940	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Provider Credentialing Specialist Salaries

A Provider Credentialing Specialist'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 Provider Credentialing Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Provider Credentialing Specialist'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): $45,986
Early Career (1-2 years): $53,144
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $73,271
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $110,585
Expert (over 8 years): $144,350

Levels	Salary
Medical S... Level Provider Credentialing Specialist	$45,986
Provider ... Level Provider Credentialing Specialist	$53,144
Medical S... Level Provider Credentialing Specialist	$73,271
Medical S... Level Provider Credentialing Specialist	$110,585
Medical S... Level Provider Credentialing Specialist	$144,350

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How Do Provider Credentialing Specialist 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 Provider Credentialing Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $58,441.
California: $58,219.
Massachusetts: $57,443.

District of Columbia $58,441 California $58,219 Massachusetts $57,443 Washington $57,232 New Jersey $57,211 Alaska $57,137 Connecticut $56,409 New York $56,113

Hawaii $55,168 Rhode Island $54,725 Maryland $54,424 Minnesota $54,012 Colorado $53,854 Illinois $53,801 Oregon $53,601 Delaware $53,453

New Hampshire $53,360 Virginia $53,152 Pennsylvania $52,545 Nevada $52,239 North Dakota $52,139 Michigan $51,980 Wisconsin $51,922 Vermont $51,806

Texas $51,484 Maine $51,463 Arizona $51,431 Ohio $51,394 Georgia $50,909 Indiana $50,666 Wyoming $50,619 Utah $50,545

Iowa $50,513 Kansas $50,260 Louisiana $50,186 North Carolina $50,159 Missouri $50,149 Florida $49,943 Montana $49,832 Nebraska $49,726

Kentucky $49,668 South Carolina $49,457 Tennessee $49,325 Idaho $49,273 New Mexico $48,887 Oklahoma $48,803 Alabama $48,491 South Dakota $47,969

Arkansas $47,684 West Virginia $47,531 Mississippi $47,072

Top Paying Cities for Provider Credentialing Specialists

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: $53,212
Little Creek: $53,602
Magnolia: $53,525

Lincoln, DE $53,212 Little Creek, DE $53,602 Magnolia, DE $53,525 Milford, DE $53,347 Marydel, DE $53,435 Millsboro, DE $52,989 Millville, DE $53,071 Milton, DE $53,163

Nassau, DE $53,201 Ocean View, DE $53,062 Rehoboth Beach, DE $53,164 Seaford, DE $53,194 Selbyville, DE $52,974 Smyrna, DE $53,639 Viola, DE $53,392 Woodside, DE $53,535

Bear, DE $53,412 Newark, DE $53,392 Claymont, DE $53,501 Delaware City, DE $53,445 Hockessin, DE $53,387 Kirkwood, DE $53,435 Middletown, DE $53,456 Montchanin, DE $53,399

New Castle, DE $53,407 Odessa, DE $53,482 Port Penn, DE $53,518 Rockland, DE $53,404 Saint Georges, DE $53,439 Townsend, DE $53,521 Winterthur, DE $53,411 Lewes, DE $53,183

Wilmington, DE $53,390 Dover, DE $53,602 Dover Afb, DE $53,319 Bethany Beach, DE $53,006 Bethel, DE $53,061 Bridgeville, DE $53,186 Camden Wyoming, DE $53,451 Cheswold, DE $53,584

Clayton, DE $53,586 Dagsboro, DE $52,969 Delmar, DE $52,884 Ellendale, DE $53,044 Felton, DE $53,343 Fenwick Island, DE $52,981 Frankford, DE $52,888 Frederica, DE $53,396

Georgetown, DE $52,949 Greenwood, DE $53,194 Harbeson, DE $53,005 Harrington, DE $53,276 Hartly, DE $53,441 Houston, DE $53,200 Kenton, DE $53,589 Laurel, DE $52,917

Yorklyn, DE $53,403

Provider Credentialing Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Provider Credentialing Specialist roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Provider Credentialing Specialist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Provider Credentialing Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Provider Credentialing Specialist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$64,144	$31.0	20%

Provider Credentialing Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Provider Credentialing Specialist'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.

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$48,890

Average $53,453/year

$57,652

$4,074

Average $4,454/month

$4,804

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Average $1,028/week

$1,109

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Average $26/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,652	$4,804	$1,109	$28
Average	$53,453	$4,454	$1,028	$26
25th Percentile	$48,890	$4,074	$940	$24

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