Health Services Manager Salary Information

Sometimes it seems like the entire healthcare system would come unglued if not for health services administrators—the mid- to upper rank managers who lend their talents to all areas of health service delivery.

They navigate a constantly evolving healthcare landscape fraught with politics and laws that seem to shift under their feet with every step they take to reduce costs and improve access to quality care. Many have seen the profile of hospital staff change dramatically over the course of their careers, with the ranks now filled with workers in informatics, EHR and other technical roles that didn’t even exist twenty years ago, while some of the positions they may have hired people to fill in the early part of the careers are now disappearing, augmented or completely replaced by technology.

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Nationwide Salary Trends for Health Services Managers

In nearly all areas of the country, the job market and the earning potential for health services managers is strong and is only expected to keep getting better in the coming years.

You wouldn’t be surprised to learn that Washington D.C. ($150,040), New York ($147,000), and California ($133,040) made the top-five list for the states where health services managers were pulling down the highest average salaries, but even we didn’t expect to see Hawaii ($133,320) and Massachusetts ($132,960) rounding out the list. With Hawaii ranked among the top retirement destinations for wealthy mainlanders and hospital systems setting up shop there to meet the demand, and Massachusetts having built a reputation for some of the most innovative healthcare systems in the world while still leading the nation in progressive reform that makes healthcare more accessible to everyone, the reasons are pretty clear.

Learn more about how much health administrators are earning and where the profession is headed in the coming years in your state:

Health Services Manager Salary Data By State

Alabama

A 13.6 percent projected increase of healthcare administrators in Alabama between 2018 and 2028 means outstanding professional opportunities in the coming years. Expect an average of 360 job openings annually here due to a blend of retirements, natural job turnover, and new job creation during this time. The average salary among healthcare administrators in Alabama is $94,160, which falls below the national average of $115,160 for this profession – likely due to a lower cost of living in this southern state. Expect superb opportunities in leading hospital systems like UAB Hospital in Birmingham and Huntsville Hospital in Huntsville. These two major health systems alone have a combined total of 2,000-plus beds.

Salary (50^th-90^th percentile): $82,960 – $145,990

Alaska

Alaska’s healthcare environment is shaped by its largely rural landscape and large underserved and medically vulnerable population, including the Alaska Native/American Indian population. Health services managers here oversee the many community health centers funded by the federal Health Resources Services Administration, the Alaska Tribal Health Organizations (the largest healthcare network in Alaska), and the many urban and rural hospitals. An 8.3 percent increase in the number of healthcare administrators here between 2018 and 2028 means plenty of opportunities in the coming years. One of the biggest players in Alaska’s health system is Providence Health Systems – the state’s largest private employer with more than 4,000 employees.

Salary (50^th-90^th percentile): $102,750 – $184,650

Arizona

Arizona’s senior population (60 years and older), which numbered 1.5 million as of 2019, is one of the major drivers of job growth for medical and health services managers here. Boasting one of the highest projected growth rates among health administrators between 2018 and 2028 – a whopping 39% – Arizona is poised to see exceptional growth in its healthcare industry in the coming years. An average of 450 annual job openings here due to a combination of natural job turnover, retirement, and new job creation mean outstanding opportunities for both new and existing healthcare administrators and managers. The average salary for health services managers in Arizona is also incredibly strong – $120,280, which is about $5,000 more annually than the national average.

Salary (50^th-90^th percentile): $103,960 – $204,990

Arkansas

Arkansas is one of countless states where opportunities for healthcare administrators continue to grow. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of healthcare administrator jobs in Arkansas is projected to grow by 19.4 percent – much higher than the national average job growth rate of 17.6 percent for this profession. About 560 annual job openings for medical and health services managers during this time mean abundant opportunities for the foreseeable future. You’ll find exceptional opportunities in this field in the state’s many major hospital systems like Little Rock’s Baptist Health Medical Center and Springdale’s Northwest Health System.

Salary (50^th-90^th percentile): $76,580 – $129,500

California

With a population that’s just shy of 40 million, California is a major player when it comes to opportunities for health administrators. A growing population (it grew by 7.3% between 2010 to 2019 alone) and a net increase of 1.5 million people due to international migration alone has resulted in truly impressive job growth projections for California’s medical and health services managers – 23.5% between 2018 and 2028. An average of 4,580 annual job openings for health services managers due to a blend of retirements, natural job turnover, and new job creation during this time will ensure outstanding professional opportunities for these healthcare professionals well into the future. Superb opportunities abound in the state’s 21 public healthcare systems that include both county-affiliated systems and the five University of California academic medical centers: UC Davis Health, UCI (Irvine) Health, UC San Diego Health, UCSF (San Francisco) Health, and UCLA (Los Angeles) Health. Not surprising, the average salary for medical and health services managers in California is one of the highest in the nation – $133,040, which is about $18,000 more annually than the national average for this profession.

Salary (50^th-90^th percentile): $122,880 – $207,610

Colorado

Colorado’s swiftly growing population, which has ranked it among the top fastest growing states in the nation, is nothing short of impressive. Between 2010 and 2018 alone, the population of Colorado has increased by nearly 700,000. This sort of exceptional growth means plenty of exciting opportunities for professionals in health administration. In fact, Colorado is projected to have the highest increase in its number of health administrators between 2018 and 2028 in the nation – 32.8 percent. During this time, annual job openings here will number about 730 due to a combination of retirements, natural job turnover, and new job creation. The average salary for health administrators in Colorado is just as impressive – $120,040, which is about $5,000 more annually than the national average.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $108,940 – $188,510

Connecticut

Connecticut’s outstanding job projections for health administrators in the coming years reflect this state’s continued focus on exceptional healthcare. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of medical and health services managers in Connecticut is projected to increase by 14.8 percent, revealing an increase of about 1,080 of these top-level healthcare professionals. With an average of 730 annual job openings here due to retirements, natural job turnover, and new job growth during this time, opportunities for both new and existing healthcare administrators will remain plentiful. Connecticut’s medical and health services managers earn an average salary of $128,970 for these professionals – that’s nearly $14,000 more annually than the national average. Plentiful opportunities here can be found in the state’s three hospital systems—Hartford HealthCare, Nuvance Health, and Yale New Haven Health—which represent about 70 percent of the state’s hospital structure.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $108,520 – >$208,000

Delaware

Don’t underestimate the power of Delaware when it comes to opportunities in healthcare administration. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of healthcare administrators is projected to grow by 18.5 percent – that’s higher than the national growth rate of 17.6 percent during this time. In addition, health and services managers here earn an average salary of $131,540, which is more than $16,000 more than the national average for this profession. Expect outstanding professional opportunities in administration through some of the state’s biggest hospital systems, such as Christiana Care Wilmington Hospital and Bayhealth Hospital in Dover and Milford.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $115,290 – >$208,000

District of Columbia / Washington D.C.

Our nation’s capital may be just 68 square miles in size, but that hasn’t gotten in the way of its growth for health administrators. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of medical and health services managers is projected to grow by 9.7 percent, rising from 1,860 to 2,040. With about 170 annual job openings here for health administrators due to a combination of new job growth, retirements, and natural job turnover, both new and existing professionals here will enjoy superb opportunities in the coming years. The average salary for these top-level healthcare professionals in Washington D.C. is $150,040 – ranking them as the highest paid in the country. Just some of the biggest names in healthcare in Washington D.C. include Howard University Hospital, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, MedStar Washington Hospital Center, the George Washington University Hospital, and the Washington D.C. VA Medical Center.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $133,680 – >$208,000

Florida

With 21 million-plus residents and growing, Florida ranks third in the nation for its population size. Between 2018 and 2019 alone, Florida’s population increased by more than 233,000, ranking it second to only Texas for numeric growth during this time. This sort of meteoric growth, of course, lends itself to outstanding opportunities for medical and health services managers. Florida’s hospital system, largely considered the economic backbone of the state, includes such major players as AdventHealth for Women in Orlando, Nicklaus Children’s Hospital in Miami, and the Mayo Clinic Florida in Jacksonville.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $92,180 – $177,790

Georgia

As Georgia’s population continues to grow, so do exceptional opportunities for medical and health services managers. With nearly 11 million residents, Georgia ranks eighth in the nation by 2019 Census estimates. Between 2018 and 2019 alone, the population of the Peach State rose by more than 100,000. It’s no wonder that between 2018 and 2028, the number of medical and health services managers in Georgia is projected to increase 26.7 percent, making it among the top states in the nation for its growth of these medical professionals. With about 1,070 annual openings here due to a combination of new job creation, retirements, and natural job turnover, both new and existing health administrators will enjoy outstanding opportunities for the foreseeable future. The average salary for health administrators in Georgia is $107,610 – which falls about $8,000 below the national average.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $94,320 – $185,800

Hawaii

With jobs and salaries in health administration coming in strong, there’s no better time to become a medical and health services manager in Hawaii. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of medical and health services managers is projected to increase by 15.7 percent – rising from 1,780 to 2,060. With about 180 annual job openings in health administration due to a combination of retirements, natural job turnover, and new job creation during this time, opportunities for both new and existing health administrators will remain strong well into the future. The average salary for Hawaii’s health administrators is $133,320, which makes them among the highest paid in the nation. Some of the biggest hospitals systems in Hawaii are found in Honolulu, including the Queen’s Medical Center (575 acute care beds), Kuakini Medical Center (357 beds), and Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center & Clinic (295 beds).

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $118,350 – >$208,000

Idaho

According to the Census Bureau, the population of Idaho increased by 35,000 people—or 2.1 percent—during the period between July 2017 and 2018. And in the state’s largest cities, population increases are even larger—about 2.3 percent. It comes as no surprise that Idaho is now the second (behind only Nevada) fastest-growing state in the nation, thanks to its low cost of living and excellent job market. As a result, job opportunities for medical and health and services managers are superb in the coming years, with projections showing a truly impressive 19.7 percent in their numbers between 2018 and 2028. Some of the biggest opportunities for these professionals will be found in the state’s largest cities like St. Luke’s Boise Medical Center in Boise, Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, and Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls. The average salary for Idaho health administrators is $94,960, about $20,000 less than the national average for this profession, which is likely due to the lower cost of living here.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $88,160 – $148,560

Illinois

While Illinois remains the sixth most populous state in the nation, a steady declining population in recent years has resulted in a slowing healthcare industry. Still, the number of medical and health services managers is projected to increase by 6 percent between 2018 and 2028 due to larger numbers of insured residents and a steadily aging population. During this period, about 1,310 annual job openings due to natural job turnover, retirement, and new job growth keep opportunities for health administrators strong here. Salaries also come out strong in the Prairie State, with medical and health services managers earning an average salary of $125,330 – or about $10,000 more annually than the national average for this profession.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $105,270 – >$208,000

Indiana

Indiana continues to buck the trend of slow growth in the Midwest by increasing its population in 2018 to 6.68 million – a boost of 31,800 residents and the largest population increase since 2009. In 2019, growth here continued, with 55 of the state’s 92 counites posting positive population numbers. This sort of good news out of the Hoosier State means plenty of opportunities for medical and health services managers. In fact, between 2018 and 2028, the number of health administrators in Indiana is projected to grow by 17.4 percent, rising from 7,710 to 9,050. About 800 annual job openings here due to a combination of retirements, natural job turnover, and new job growth during this time ensure plenty of job opportunities in the foreseeable future.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $90,660 – $159,960

Iowa

Iowa’s slow and steady population growth, kept afloat by large numbers of immigrants settling into the state in recent years, has allowed the health administration profession to remain strong, with no signs of slowing down in the coming years. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of health administrators in Iowa is projected to increase by 21.8 percent – far outpacing the national growth rate of 17.6 percent for this profession. About 590 annual job openings here due to a combination of retirements, natural job turnover, and new job growth ensure that opportunities for medical administrators will remain wide open for the foreseeable future. Expect outstanding opportunities throughout the state in major hospital systems like University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics in Iowa City, MercyOne Des Moines, and Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $78,500 – $130,130

Kansas

While rural Kansas continues its struggle with population loss, the major cities of this Midwestern state have allowed it to continue to post solid population increases in recent years, which means plenty of opportunities for the medical and health services managers who work here. Between 2018 and 2028, it is projected that the number of health administrators will increase by 10.5 percent, rising from 4,270 to 4,720. Expect much of the growth in this profession to occur in the state’s busy metro areas like Kansas City, home to the massive University of Kansas Hospital System, St. Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City, and Truman Medical Centers. While the average salary for medical and health services managers in Kansas falls below the national average – $94,060 vs. $115,160 – this is likely due to a lower cost of living here.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $86,040 – $142,220

Kentucky

According to the Kentucky League of Cities, Kentucky continues to post small but steady population gains, largely due to impressive growth in its large metro areas. For example, since 2010, Georgetown’s population increased by 20 percent, and Bowling Green, Berea, Shelbyville, Richmond, and Independence all grew by 15 percent or more. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of health administrators in Kentucky is projected to increase by 16.1 percent, rising from 5,330 to 6,190 during this time. About 540 annual job openings due to a blend of retirements, natural job turnover, and new job creation ensure plenty of opportunities for both new and existing health administrators in hospitals like Norton Hospital in Louisville, UK Chandler Hospital in Lexington, and The Medical Center in Bowling Green.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $81,660 – $136,120

Louisiana

Although Louisiana has been struggling with a decline in population in recent years, recent numbers for health administrators continue to be strong, thanks to a consistent demand for healthcare due to rising numbers of seniors and increasing numbers of insured residents. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of medical and health services managers is projected to increase by 7.8 percent, rising from 4,630 to 4,990 – that means plenty of opportunities to make your mark in this profession in the coming years. You’ll find a wealth of exciting opportunities in health administration in major hospital systems like Willis Knighton Medical Center in Shreveport, Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge, and Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $93,260 – $153,080

Maine

The demand for health and services managers in Maine is expected to continue to grow along with the state’s senior population. As of 2019, Maine had the highest median age in the country, and with older age comes an increased demand for healthcare. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of health administrators in Maine is projected to increase by 8.7 percent, rising from 2,180 to 2,370. About 200 job openings in this profession during this time (due to a combination of retirements, natural job turnover, and new job creation) ensure a robust job market for health administrators well into the future. Just some of Maine’s large hospital systems influencing the demand for health administrators include Maine Medical Center in Portland, Maine General Medical Center in Augusta, and New England Rehabilitation Hospital of Portland.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $89,830 – $133,600

Maryland

Maryland’s outlook for medical and health services managers is impressive. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of health administrators is projected to increase by 19.6 percent, which far outpaces the national growth rate of 17.6 percent for this profession during this time. Much of this increase in demand is due to the state’s senior population (60 years and older), which will account for 22 percent of Maryland’s population by 2030. About 1,750 annual job openings here for medical and health services managers due to a combination of retirements, natural job turnover, and new job growth ensure a wide open job market for both new and existing professionals in this field through 2028. In addition to job opportunities, the average salary for health administrators is also strong at $126,340 – or nearly $12,000 more annually than the national average for this profession. Superb opportunities in this field can be found throughout the state in leading hospitals systems like Baltimore’s John Hopkins Hospital and the University of Maryland Medical Center and the Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $113,150 – $191,660

Massachusetts

Ranked among the top-paying states in the nation for health administrators and executives, Massachusetts sets the standard for opportunities in this profession. And it’s no wonder—Massachusetts is the hub for some of the nation’s top hospital systems, including Boston’s Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women’s Hospital. The average salary for health administrators here is $132,960—that’s about $18,000 more annually than the national average. Jobs in this profession are projected to remain strong, with recent statistics revealing a 9.5 percent increase in the number of medical and health services managers between 2018 and 2028. About 1,690 annual openings in this profession during this time due to a combination of retirements, natural job turnover, and new job creation ensure excellent professional opportunities well into the future.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $114,340 – >$208,000

Michigan

Despite a slower population growth rate in recent years, Michigan is still nearing the 10 million population mark, and medical and health services managers are among those healthcare professionals in demand throughout the state. Although the 7 percent projected growth rate for these professionals between 2018 and 2028 is slower than the national average for this profession during this time (17.6 percent), about 1,110 job openings here annually ensure plenty of outstanding opportunities in health administration. And the average salary for health administrators in Michigan is $108,740 – about $7,000 below the national average.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $93,660 – $179,330

Minnesota

With a growth rate of 19.6 percent between 2018 and 2028 (above the national growth rate of 17.6 percent for the profession), Minnesota’s health administrators are an in-demand profession whose growth is associated with increased international and domestic migration. About 870 annual job openings here set the stage for excellent job opportunities for medical and health services managers well into the future. And an average salary of $112,780 for these healthcare pros is supported by major players like the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, the VA Medical Center in Minneapolis, and the M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center in Minneapolis.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $101,510 – $166,680

Mississippi

While Mississippi has been home to a declining population since 2014, dropping 4,871 residents in 2019 alone, the health administration profession has remained strong, largely due to a rising senior population and larger numbers of insured residents. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of medical and health services managers is projected to grow by 6.8 percent, rising from 3,510 to 3,750.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $84,950 – $152,660

Missouri

Supported by big cities like Kansas City, St. Louis, Springfield, and Columbia and major hospital systems like the University of Missouri Hospitals and Clinics, Mercy Hospital, and St. Luke’s Hospital, Missouri’s health administration profession enjoys a strong outlook in the coming years, with the number of these professionals projected to increase by 16.8 percent between 2018 and 2028. During this time, 760 annual job openings in the profession (due to a combination of retirements, natural job turnover, and new job growth) ensure plenty of exciting opportunities for both new and existing health administrators. You’ll also find a strong average salary for medical and health services managers in Missouri at $111,450, which is about $4,000 shy of the national average for this profession.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $98,460 – $169,530

Montana

There’s plenty to get excited about in Montana, particularly if you’re in health administration. Thanks to a population increase of 8 percent between 2020 and 2019, these pros are in demand – and will remain so in the years to come. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of medical and health services managers is projected to increase 15.7 percent, rising from 1,530 to 1,770. And with about 150 annual job openings during this time for these senior-level professionals, due to a combination of retirements, natural job turnover, and new job creation, there’ll be plenty of opportunities to make your difference in this profession, whether you’re fresh out of college or searching for new opportunities as a practicing health administrator. Expect ample opportunities in Montana’s biggest hospital systems like Billings Clinic Hospital in Billings and Providence St. Patrick Hospital in Missoula.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $90,640 – $139,530

Nebraska

Nebraska’s population may be slow-going – increasing by just 8,800 people between 2018 and 2019, but its senior population continues to rise. According to the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Nebraska’s senior population (60 years and older) will increase by 36% by 2035. The rise in seniors, who naturally bring with them age-related diseases and conditions, along with rising number of insured residents, will result in plenty of exciting opportunities for health administrators here in the years to come. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of medical and health services managers in Nebraska will grow by an impressive 15 percent. During that time, about 330 annual job openings in this profession due to a combination of retirements, natural job turnover, and new job creation will ensure ample opportunities for both new and existing health administrators.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $102,680 – $201,130

Nevada

Population growth in Nevada continues to be white hot, growing 14.1 percent in the last decade alone. Between 2010 to 2019, the population here increased by 379,479 residents. This, of course, has resulted in plentiful opportunities for health administrators here. In fact, between 2018 and 2028, the number of health administrators in Nevada is projected to increase by a whopping 30.1 percent – one of the highest in the nation during this time. The average salary for these professionals also comes in strong at $119,030 – or about $4,000 more than the national average. Just some of the opportunities here are in major hospital systems like Saint Vincent Healthcare in Billings and Benefis Healthcare in Great Falls.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $110,270 – $178,450

New Hampshire

New Hampshire’s population rose an impressive 3 percent between 2010 and 2019, which has set the stage for exciting opportunities in healthcare here, particularly for health administrators, the top-level pros who oversee everything from small medical groups to the largest hospital systems. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of medical and health services managers in New Hampshire is projected to increase by 17 percent, which is line with the national growth rate of 17.6 percent for this profession during this time. About 210 annual job openings here due to a combination of retirements, natural job turnover, and new job growth ensure plenty of opportunities well into the future. The average salary for health administrators in New Hampshire is also impressive, at $119,780 – that’s about $4,000 more annually than the national average for this profession.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $105,550 – $194,860

New Jersey

Long supported by international migration, the Garden State has enjoyed extended periods of population growth. While in recent years a slowdown in immigration has hampered that growth, the state continues to post positive stats for the health administrators who call New Jersey home. Increasing numbers of insured residents, combined with an aging population that requires more healthcare services due to age-related diseases and conditions have supported the healthcare industry and the health administration profession. And recent stats reveal that this growth will continue. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of medical and health services managers is projected to increase 17.7 percent, rising from 12,430 to 14,630. About 1,290 annual job openings in this profession due to a combination of retirements, natural job turnover, and new job growth ensure plenty of opportunities for health administrations well into the future. New Jersey’s health administrators also enjoy a strong average salary of $120,650 – or about $5,000 more annually than the national average for this profession.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $113,430 – $167,820

New Mexico

New Mexico’s healthcare environment is a rather complex combination of both urban and rural healthcare. Large cities like Las Cruces, Rio Rancho, and Albuquerque support major hospital systems like Lovelace Medical Center, Presbyterian Hospital, and UNM Hospital (all located in Albuquerque), while a large rural health network supports no less than 10 critical access hospitals, 15 rural health clinics, and 106 federally qualified health center sites. With an average salary of $126,820 – or about $11,000 more than the national average, New Mexico’s health administrators earn top pay and are expected to enjoy great opportunities well into the future. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of medical and health services managers here is projected to increase by 15.1 percent, rising from 1,790 to 2,060.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $106,320 – >$208,000

New York

Boasting the second highest average salary in the nation for health administrations, at $147,000…posting one of the strongest job projections for these professionals…and home to some of the nation’s top hospital systems, New York is the place to be for health administrators. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of medical and health services managers in New York is projected to increase by 25.6 percent – one of the highest projected increases in the nation and far greater than the national projected increase of 17.6 for this profession during this time. With about 3,400 annual job openings here due to a blend of retirements, natural job turnover, and new job growth, job opportunities in health administration here are unparalleled. And it’s no wonder…just some of the nationally ranked hospitals here include New York City’s New-York Presbyterian Hospital – Columbia and Cornell, NYU Langhorne, and Mount Sanai Hospital.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $126,780 – >$208,000

North Carolina

North Carolina’s population has consistently grown faster than the U.S. average over the last decade, and thanks to migration, population growth should continue well into the future, albeit in the state’s larger cities. This is good news for health administrators who earn an average salary of $118,020, which is about $3,000 more than the national average. Job projections look solid, with the number of medical and health service managers in North Carolina expected to increase by 16.2 percent between 2018 and 2028. About 1,010 annual job openings in this profession due to a combination of retirements, natural job turnover, and new job growth ensure plenty of exciting professional opportunities for the medical and health services managers that call North Carolina home. Expect ample opportunities in major hospital systems like Charlotte’s Carolina’s Medical Center, Durham’s Duke University Hospital, and Chapel Hill’s UNC Medical Center.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $101,840 – $187,300

North Dakota

North Dakota’s population continues to post gains (increasing by about 4,000 residents between 2018 and 2019 alone), which has done nothing but bolster job opportunities for the medical and health services managers that call this state home. In fact, between 2018 and 2028, the number of medical and health services managers here is projected to increase by 17.2 percent. About 100 annual job openings during this period (due to a combination of retirements, natural job turnover, and new job growth) represent a wealth of opportunities for both new and existing health administrators. And more good news: the average salary for North Dakota’s health administrators is $124,470 – that’s more than $9,000 more annually than the national average for this profession.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $101,940 – >$208,000

Ohio

Home to nationally ranked hospital systems like the Cleveland Clinic, University Hospitals, Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, and the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, the Buckeye State never disappoints when it comes to healthcare. The same holds true for health administrators in Ohio, who earn an average salary $102,860 and are expected to enjoy continued job growth in the coming years. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of medical and health services managers in Ohio is projected to increase by 14 percent, rising from 15,550 to 17,720. About 1,540 annual job openings here due to a combination of retirements, natural job turnover, and new job growth will keep opportunities in this profession strong for years to come.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $91,690 – $161,290

Oklahoma

As Oklahoma’s population continues to inch toward 4 million, opportunities for health administrators look better than ever. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of health administrators is expected to grow by 11 percent, rising from 7,740 to 8,590. Just some of the state’s major hospital systems where you’ll find abundant opportunities in health administration include Integris Baptist Medical Center and Oklahoma University Medical Center in Oklahoma City and Hillcrest Medical Center and Saint Francis Hospital in Tulsa.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $81,580 – $147,760

Oregon

Boasting a solid economy and a lower cost of living than its Bay Area and Seattle neighbors, Oregon has seen consistent and significant population increases over the last decade. Between 2010 and 2019, Oregon’s population increased by 10.6 percent. And between 2018 and 2019 alone, Oregon boasted the nation’s 10^th-fastest rate of net migration. This type of growth, of course, only spells the best of news for the state’s medical and health services managers, who earn an average salary of $121,690 – or about $6,000 more than the national average for this profession. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of health administrators in the Beaver State is projected to increase by 19.8 percent – far outpacing the national average of 17.6 percent for this profession during this time.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $107,630 – $196,340

Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania hasn’t seen dramatic population gains in recent years, but it is witnessing a swiftly aging population that’s putting unprecedented strains on the state’s healthcare system, both on the western (Pennsylvania) and eastern (Philadelphia) regions of the state. In fact, by 2030, seniors here (60 years and older) will account for nearly 28 percent of the state’s population. As a result, the demand for health administrators continues to grow here. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of health administrators in the Keystone State is projected to grow by 19.7 percent – far greater than the national projected growth rate of 17.6 percent for this profession. About 1,590 annual job openings in this profession (due to a combination of retirements, natural job turnover, and new job creation) ensure plentiful opportunities for both new and existing medical and health services managers well into the future.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $89,420 – $150,070

Puerto Rico

While Puerto Rico’s economy continues to suffer and unemployment in this U.S. territory is at historic levels, the need for healthcare remains strong. Therefore, medical and health services managers in this U.S. territory will continue to enjoy excellent job opportunities well into the future. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of health administrators in Puerto Rico will increase by 23.1 percent, rising from 1,300 to 1,600 and far outpacing the national growth rate of 17.6 percent for this profession.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $63,150 – $136,750

Rhode Island

While Rhode Island continues to post modest gains in population, it’s the state’s senior population that’s driving the demand for healthcare and for healthcare professionals like health administrators. In fact, as of 2019, 16.4 percent of all Rhode Islanders were 65 or older. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of health administrators in Rhode Island is projected to increase by 8.9 percent. About 160 annual job openings here during this time due to a combination of retirements, natural job turnover, and new job growth translate into plenty of opportunities for both new and existing medical and health services managers in hospital systems like Women & Infants Hospital and Rhode Island Hospital in Providence and Kent Hospital in Warwick. The average salary for health administrators in Rhode Island is $131,500 – or about $16,000 more annually than the national average.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $116,880 – >$208,000

South Carolina

South Carolina continues to rank as one of the nation’s fastest growing states, adding nearly 65,000 residents between 2018 and 2019 to reach 5.15 million people in 2019. So, it comes as no surprise that jobs in health administration will continue to grow in the coming years. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of medical and health services managers is projected to grow by 17.1 percent, rising from 5,780 to 6,770. Thanks to about 600 annual job openings here due to a combination of retirements, natural job turnover, and new job creation, professional opportunities in health administration will remain plentiful in the coming years, particularly in major health systems like the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, Providence Hospital in Columbia, and Bon Secours St. Francis Health System in Greenville.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $90,830 – $158,040

South Dakota

South Dakota’s slow and steady population gains in recent years (rising 5,961 between 2018 and 2019 alone to 884,659 residents) have ranked it among the fastest growing states in the Midwest, despite its slowing shrinking rural population. Health administrators here continue to be in demand, with recent stats showing a 10.3 increase in the number of these top-level healthcare professionals between 2018 and 2028. And while the average salary of $105,260 for health administrators in South Dakota falls about $10,000 below the national average, this is largely due to a lower cost of living. Expect plentiful opportunities in healthcare administration through some of the state’s large hospital systems, such as Sanford USD Medical Center in Sioux Falls and Monument Health Rapid City Hospital.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $98,940 – $142,670

Tennessee

With a 20.3 percent growth rate in the number of medical and health services managers between 2018 and 2028, Tennessee far outpaces the national average growth rate of 16.7 percent for this profession during this time. And with an average of 1,210 job openings here annually due to retirements, natural job turnover, and new job growth, outstanding opportunities are abundant in all levels of healthcare administration, including in major health systems like Baptist Memorial in Memphis, CHI Memorial in Chattanooga, and Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $90,690 – $162,410

Texas

In Texas, it’s go big or go home, and the state’s population growth doesn’t disappoint. In 2019, Texas had the biggest increase in population of any state in the nation, growing by 367,000 between mid-2018 and mid-2019 and reaching nearly 29 million. The Hispanic population is part of the growth of the Lone Star State, growing by more than 2 million since 2020. This sort of meteoric population growth translates into a greater demand for healthcare services and therefore a greater demand for health administrators—the senior-level healthcare professionals tasked with overseeing healthcare organizations ranging from small medical clinics to the state’s largest hospital systems. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of health administrators here is projected to increase by 21.9 percent, rising from 32,320 to 39,400. During this time, there’ll be about 3,550 annual job openings in health administration, which means exceptional opportunities for both new and practicing medical and health services managers in the coming years, particularly in major health systems like Baptist Medical Center in San Antonio, Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, and CHI Saint Luke’s Health-Baylor Saint Luke’s Medical Center in Houston.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $97,540 – $167,050

Utah

Job growth among medical and health services managers is exceptional in Utah, thanks to a strong economy that’s supported outstanding population growth throughout much of the last decade. The population of Utah grew from 2.7 million in 2010 to 3.2 million in 2019, an increase of more than 16% during this time. It’s this type of growth that supports the outstanding job projections for health administrators in the coming years. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of medical and health services managers here is projected to increase by 29.8 percent – far outpacing the national average growth rate of 17.6 percent for this profession and ranking it among the top states in the nation. About 520 annual job openings in Utah for health administrators due to retirements, natural job turnover, and new job creation reveal a strong job market for these healthcare professionals well into the future.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $89,310 – $172,880

Vermont

Vermont is one of the nation’s oldest states, with senior residents growing at a faster rate than younger residents. As of 2018, Vermont’s senior residents (65 years and older) totaled 18.1 percent of the total population. An aging population continues to support an increased demand for healthcare here which, in turn, has resulted in excellent growth in the health administration profession. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of health administrators in Vermont is expected to increase by 11.6 percent, rising from 1,210 to 1,350. Just some of the hospital systems where opportunities in this profession should be strongest include the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington and Rutland Regional Medical Center in Rutland.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $92,710 – $159,560

Virginia

Virginia’s population growth may have slowed in recent years, but it still totaled 8,535,519 in 2019 – or about 35,000 more than the previous year. An aging population that’s put unprecedented demands on healthcare and increasing numbers of insured residents have been two of the major drivers of the healthcare sector in Virginia and have supported growth of the state’s health administration profession. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of health administrators is expected to grow by 18.3 percent, which is higher than the national average growth rate of 17.6 percent for this profession during this time. The annual salary among Virginia’s medical and health services managers is $115,410, which puts it in line with the average national salary of $115,160.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $105,450 – $170,980

Washington

Aerospace, clean energy, and tech continue to drive Washington State’s economy and inspire residents from other states to call this Pacific Northwest state home. As of 2020, Washington’s population was 7.6 million – an increase of more than 100,000 residents from the year before. As a result, demand for healthcare delivery services and the health administrators who oversee them remain strong. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of medical and health services managers is projected to increase by 22.4 percent – far outpacing the national growth rate of 16.7 percent for this profession during this time. The annual salary for health administrators in Washington, $121,650, also surpasses the national average of $115,160 for this profession.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $109,990 – $197,050

West Virginia

West Virginia is among the top states in the nation for its aging population. In fact, as of 2018, 19.9 percent of the population in the Mountain State was 65 years and older. A senior population naturally demands more healthcare services which, in turn, has increased the demand for health administrators here. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of health administrators in West Virginia is projected to increase by 14.9 percent, rising from 1,750 to 2,010. An average of 180 annual job openings in this profession due to a combination of natural job turnover, retirements, and new job creation ensures excellent job opportunities for medical and health services managers well into the future.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $96,420 – $165,900

Wisconsin

While Wisconsin’s population added just 15,000 residents between 2018 and 2019, a rising number of seniors continues to drive a continued demand for healthcare and the professionals who provide and oversee it. Between 2018 and 2018, the number of health administrators in Wisconsin is projected to increase by 10.7 percent, rising from 7,860 to 8,700. About 740 annual job openings here due to retirements, natural job turnover, and new job creation translate into excellent professional opportunities in the coming years, particularly in major hospital systems like Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center in Milwaukee, University Hospital in Madison, and Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $100,610 – $160,740

Wyoming

A quickly growing energy sector has kept Wyoming’s economy and the demand for healthcare administrators strong. In fact, Wyoming’s projected increase of health administrators between 2018 and 2028 far outpaces the national average—20.2 percent vs. 17.6 percent. Expect some of the biggest opportunities in this profession in the state’s major hospital systems like Campbell County Memorial Hospital in Gillette and Cheyenne Regional Medical Center in Cheyenne.

Salary (50^th – 90^th percentile): $93,290 – $145,120

Salary and employment data compiled by the United States Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics in May of 2019. Figures represent accumulated data for all employment sectors in which medical and health services managers work. BLS salary data represents average and median earnings for the occupations listed and includes workers at all levels of education and experience. This data does not represent starting salaries.

All salary and employment data accessed October 2020.

All state population statistics (unless otherwise noted) retrieved from 2019 U.S. Census Bureau estimates: https://www.census.gov/newsroom/press-kits/2019/national-state-estimates.html

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