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As of October 2025, the average salary for a Medicaid Service Coordinator is $45,804 per year. This figure can vary based on several factors, including state, years of experience, and specific job responsibilities. For example, seasoned coordinators may earn significantly more than those just starting out.
Medicaid Service Coordinators in states like California, New York, and Massachusetts typically earn higher salaries compared to those in states with lower living costs. Understanding these geographical differences can aid in career planning and decision-making.
Entry-level positions may start around $36,000, while those with extensive experience can exceed $60,000 annually. Gaining further qualifications can enhance earning potential significantly.
The demand for Medicaid Service Coordinators continues to grow as healthcare services expand, leading to more job opportunities. Focusing on high-demand areas and specialized roles can further increase your salary prospects.
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| Experience level | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|
| Entry-level medicaid service coordinator | $31,800 | $15.28 |
| Mid-level medicaid service coordinator | $45,100 | $21.69 |
| Senior-level medicaid service coordinator | $51,800 | $24.90 |
The average medicaid service coordinator salary in Illinois, New Jersey, and New Mexico are the highest in the U.S. The lowest average medicaid service coordinator salary states are Tennessee, West Virginia, and South Carolina.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Mexico | $53,736 | $25.83 |
| 2 | North Dakota | $49,930 | $24.00 |
| 3 | North Carolina | $52,054 | $25.03 |
| 4 | New Jersey | $54,989 | $26.44 |
| 5 | Illinois | $56,202 | $27.02 |
| 6 | Connecticut | $50,836 | $24.44 |
| 7 | Delaware | $47,905 | $23.03 |
| 8 | Nevada | $49,255 | $23.68 |
| 9 | Texas | $49,518 | $23.81 |
| 10 | Florida | $49,561 | $23.83 |
| 11 | Wisconsin | $48,091 | $23.12 |
| 12 | Maryland | $50,477 | $24.27 |
| 13 | District of Columbia | $51,931 | $24.97 |
| 14 | New Hampshire | $48,527 | $23.33 |
| 15 | Mississippi | $45,537 | $21.89 |
| 16 | Arkansas | $43,526 | $20.93 |
| 17 | Oregon | $48,560 | $23.35 |
| 18 | Rhode Island | $46,121 | $22.17 |
| 19 | Ohio | $46,365 | $22.29 |
| 20 | California | $52,173 | $25.08 |
| 21 | New York | $47,175 | $22.68 |
| 22 | Minnesota | $45,389 | $21.82 |
| 23 | Idaho | $42,292 | $20.33 |
| 24 | Indiana | $45,888 | $22.06 |
| 25 | Alaska | $44,285 | $21.29 |
| 26 | Kansas | $41,005 | $19.71 |
| 27 | Arizona | $45,817 | $22.03 |
| 28 | Hawaii | $47,443 | $22.81 |
| 29 | Michigan | $44,919 | $21.60 |
| 30 | Oklahoma | $40,188 | $19.32 |
| 31 | Iowa | $44,389 | $21.34 |
| 32 | Maine | $43,727 | $21.02 |
| 33 | Virginia | $43,878 | $21.10 |
| 34 | Pennsylvania | $41,171 | $19.79 |
| 35 | Colorado | $44,176 | $21.24 |
| 36 | Montana | $40,763 | $19.60 |
| 37 | Massachusetts | $41,284 | $19.85 |
| 38 | Tennessee | $38,782 | $18.65 |
| 39 | Kentucky | $41,129 | $19.77 |
| 40 | Wyoming | $41,292 | $19.85 |
| 41 | Alabama | $37,207 | $17.89 |
| 42 | South Dakota | $36,535 | $17.56 |
| 43 | West Virginia | $37,842 | $18.19 |
| 44 | Vermont | $39,206 | $18.85 |
| 45 | Washington | $41,927 | $20.16 |
| 46 | Louisiana | $39,347 | $18.92 |
| 47 | Georgia | $39,914 | $19.19 |
| 48 | Nebraska | $40,188 | $19.32 |
| 49 | Utah | $39,951 | $19.21 |
| 50 | South Carolina | $37,403 | $17.98 |
| 51 | Missouri | $36,550 | $17.57 |
The highest-paying cities for medicaid service coordinators are Chicago, IL, Jersey City, NJ, and Princeton, NJ.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chicago, IL | $56,378 | $27.10 |
| 2 | Jersey City, NJ | $55,048 | $26.47 |
| 3 | Princeton, NJ | $54,982 | $26.43 |
| 4 | Washington, DC | $52,015 | $25.01 |
| 5 | Fort Lauderdale, FL | $49,633 | $23.86 |
| 6 | Concord, NH | $48,150 | $23.15 |
| 7 | Central Islip, NY | $47,456 | $22.82 |
| 8 | New York, NY | $47,431 | $22.80 |
| 9 | Columbus, OH | $46,125 | $22.18 |
| 10 | North Providence, RI | $46,075 | $22.15 |
| 11 | Franklin, OH | $45,399 | $21.83 |
| 12 | Cooperstown, NY | $45,175 | $21.72 |
| 13 | Detroit, MI | $45,046 | $21.66 |
| 14 | Ann Arbor, MI | $44,872 | $21.57 |
| 15 | Rochester, NY | $44,839 | $21.56 |
| 16 | Vienna, VA | $44,541 | $21.41 |
| 17 | Anchorage, AK | $44,380 | $21.34 |
| 18 | Castle Rock, CO | $44,197 | $21.25 |
| 19 | Denver, CO | $44,146 | $21.22 |
| 20 | Cambridge, MA | $41,183 | $19.80 |
A medicaid service coordinator's salary ranges from $34,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $61,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $61,000 | $5,083 | $29 |
| 75th Percentile | $53,000 | $4,417 | $25 |
| Average | $45,804 | $3,817 | $22 |
| 25th Percentile | $39,000 | $3,250 | $19 |
| 10th Percentile | $34,000 | $2,833 | $16 |
The highest paying types of medicaid service coordinators are outreach coordinator, program coordinator, and family services coordinator.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Aide | $31,000 | $2,583 | $14.90 | 50,229 |
| Service Person | $34,151 | $2,846 | $16.42 | 38,184 |
| Youth Program Coordinator | $37,004 | $3,084 | $17.79 | 91,078 |
| Housing Coordinator | $41,425 | $3,452 | $19.92 | 38,873 |
| Program Coordinator | $45,068 | $3,756 | $21.67 | 102,464 |
| Coordinator | $41,599 | $3,467 | $20.00 | 151,508 |
Top companies hiring medicaid service coordinators now:
Medicaid service coordinator salaries at Mathematica and Catholic Health Care System are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average medicaid service coordinator salary at companies like Economic Opportunity Council of Suffolk and HCSC are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mathematica | $59,273 | $28.50 |
| 2 | Catholic Health Care System | $57,378 | $27.59 |
| 3 | Economic Opportunity Council of Suffolk | $50,266 | $24.17 |
| 4 | HCSC | $49,700 | $23.89 |
| 5 | Maximus | $47,221 | $22.70 |
| 6 | Spectrum Health | $46,676 | $22.44 |
| 7 | Chinese-American Planning Council | $46,247 | $22.23 |
| 8 | Colorado State Express | $45,648 | $21.95 |
| 9 | Blue Cross & Blue Shield | $45,648 | $21.95 |
| 10 | CoxHealth | $45,441 | $21.85 |
| 11 | State of Ohio | $45,160 | $21.71 |
| 12 | State of Colorado | $45,024 | $21.65 |
| 13 | AHRC New York City Foundation | $44,769 | $21.52 |
| 14 | Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey | $44,225 | $21.26 |
| 15 | Molina Healthcare | $44,077 | $21.19 |
| 16 | MJHS Health System | $41,387 | $19.90 |
| 17 | United Cerebral Palsy of Georgia | $40,570 | $19.50 |
| 18 | Conduent | $39,940 | $19.20 |
| 19 | START Treatment & Recovery Centers | $39,244 | $18.87 |
| 20 | Highlands Regional Medical Center | $33,660 | $16.18 |
The average medicaid service coordinator salary varies across industries:
| Rank | Industry | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Technology | $44,082 | $21.19 |
| 2 | Health Care | $43,928 | $21.12 |
| 3 | Professional | $43,543 | $20.93 |
| 4 | Government | $42,152 | $20.27 |
| 5 | Non Profits | $42,097 | $20.24 |
The average medicaid service coordinator salary has risen by $9,196 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average medicaid service coordinator earned $36,608 annually, but today, they earn $45,804 a year. That works out to a 13% change in pay for medicaid service coordinators over the last decade.
Compare medicaid service coordinator salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare medicaid service coordinator salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $45,800 | $22.02 | +2.5% |
| 2025 | $44,700 | $21.47 | +3.7% |
| 2024 | $43,000 | $20.67 | +1.9% |
| 2023 | $42,200 | $20.28 | +4.0% |
| 2022 | $40,500 | $19.48 | +3.1% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Grand at River Valley | Medicaid Coordinator | Poughkeepsie, NY | 06/28/2025 | $45,914 |
| Beth Israel | Managed Care-Medicaid Service Coordinator | Boston, MA | 06/17/2025 | $43,827 |
| State of Florida | Medicaid File Coordinator | Fort Pierce, FL | 05/24/2025 | $33,760 |
| Genesis Healthcare LLC | Medicaid Eligibility Support Staff | Manchester, NH | 05/19/2025 | $40,000 |
| Texas Health & Human Services Commission | Medicaid and Chip Services (MCS) Fellow | Austin, TX | 05/18/2025 | $42,976 |
| University of Rochester | Medicaid Enroll&Outrch SPC I | Rochester, NY | 05/16/2025 | $49,065 |
| Wealthy Group of Companies | Medicaid Tracker | Lakewood, NJ | 05/16/2025 | $60,000 |
| Wealthy Recruiting | Medicaid Coordinator | New York, NY | 04/06/2025 | $65,000 |
| Genesis Healthcare | Medicaid Eligibility Support Staff | Manchester, NH | 04/03/2025 | $40,000 |
| Genesis Healthcare | Medicaid Eligibility Support Staff | New Hampshire | 03/22/2025 | $40,000 |
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