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Job outlook for prior authorization representatives in the United States
Prior authorization representative job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected prior authorization representative job growth rate is -4% from 2018-2028.
About -105,300 new jobs for prior authorization representatives are projected over the next decade.
Prior authorization representative salaries have increased 11% for prior authorization representatives in the last 5 years.
There are over 5,808 prior authorization representatives currently employed in the United States.
There are 55,498 active prior authorization representative job openings in the US.
The average prior authorization representative salary is $38,726.
Are prior authorization representative jobs in demand?
Prior authorization representative job and salary trends over time
Prior authorization representative jobs over time
Prior authorization representative job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 5,808 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 5,904 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 6,083 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 5,984 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 5,768 | 0.00% |
Average prior authorization representative salary over time
Prior authorization representative salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $38,726 | $18.62 | +3.2% |
| 2025 | $37,516 | $18.04 | +2.8% |
| 2024 | $36,478 | $17.54 | +2.6% |
| 2023 | $35,549 | $17.09 | +1.8% |
| 2022 | $34,911 | $16.78 | +1.8% |
Prior authorization representative jobs by state
Most common states for prior authorization representatives
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 225 | 17% |
| 2 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 146 | 11% |
| 3 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 554 | 8% |
| 4 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 426 | 8% |
| 5 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 71 | 8% |
| 6 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 63 | 8% |
| 7 | Alaska | 739,795 | 58 | 8% |
| 8 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 856 | 7% |
| 9 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 590 | 7% |
| 10 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 279 | 7% |
| 11 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 74 | 7% |
| 12 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 737 | 6% |
| 13 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 472 | 6% |
| 14 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 414 | 6% |
| 15 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 332 | 6% |
| 16 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 331 | 6% |
| 17 | South Carolina | 5,024,369 | 287 | 6% |
| 18 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 59 | 6% |
| 19 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 41 | 6% |
| 20 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 157 | 5% |
Most common cities for prior authorization representatives
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carbondale | 1 | 4% | $39,168 |
| 2 | Agawam Town | 1 | 3% | $55,552 |
| 3 | Derry | 1 | 3% | $39,371 |
| 4 | Newark | 1 | 3% | $42,814 |
| 5 | Little Rock | 2 | 1% | $28,149 |
| 6 | Tempe | 2 | 1% | $34,197 |
| 7 | Columbus | 2 | 0% | $41,600 |
| 8 | Phoenix | 2 | 0% | $34,284 |
| 9 | Atlanta | 1 | 0% | $35,123 |
| 10 | Austin | 1 | 0% | $34,669 |
| 11 | Chicago | 1 | 0% | $42,894 |
| 12 | Houston | 1 | 0% | $34,342 |
| 13 | Las Vegas | 1 | 0% | $39,603 |
| 14 | Long Beach | 1 | 0% | $42,162 |
| 15 | Miami | 1 | 0% | $31,457 |
Prior Authorization Representative job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of prior authorization representative experts
St. Cloud State University
Li Zhang Ph.D.
ProfessorSt. Cloud State University
Department of Finance, Insurance and Real Estate
What skills will help Prior Authorization Representatives earn the most?
Li Zhang Ph.D.: This will depend on the position. For example, for sales and marketing, it should be the ability to build and maintain good and professional client relationships. For actuaries, it should be analytical and numerical skills. Being a good team player and, at the same time, being able to work independently and take on a leadership role will definitely help the employee get promoted.
Other important skills include good time management and organization skills, proficiency in basic computer skills, willingness to learn, such as attending industry-related seminars, training, etc.