Administrative Intake Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does an Administrative Intake Specialist make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Administrative Intake Specialist in the United States is $44,625 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

However, an Administrative Intake Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $51,487
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,505 to $48,217
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,665

Key Factors That Influence Administrative Intake Specialist Salaries

An Administrative Intake 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 Administrative Intake Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Administrative Intake 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): $43,876
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $49,063
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $54,389
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $71,441
  • Expert (over 8 years): $87,390
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Administrative Intake Specialist less than 1 year $43,876
Accounts Payable Clerk II 1-2 years $49,063
Accounts Payable Clerk III 2-4 years $54,389
Accounts Payable Supervisor 5-8 years $71,441
Accounts Payable Senior Supervisor over 8 years $87,390

Top Paying Cities for Administrative Intake Specialist

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:

  • San Jose: $56,285
  • San Francisco: $55,669
  • Oakland: $54,495

Administrative Intake Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Administrative Intake Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Administrative Intake Specialist positions in Retail & Wholesale or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Administrative Intake Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Administrative Intake Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals $62,474 $30.0 40%
Software & Networking $49,087 $24.0 10%
Energy & Utilities $48,194 $23.0 8%
Aerospace & Defense $47,748 $23.0 7%
Biotechnology $46,856 $23.0 5%

Administrative Intake Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Administrative Intake 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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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$41,505
Average $44,625/year
$48,217
$3,459
Average $3,719/month
$4,018
$798
Average $858/week
$927
$20
Average $21/hour
$23
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $48,217 $4,018 $927 $23
Average $44,625 $3,719 $858 $21
25th Percentile $41,505 $3,459 $798 $20

Most common benefits for Administrative Intake Specialist

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Administrative Intake Specialist

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FAQ about Administrative Intake Specialist

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Administrative Intake Specialist?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Administrative Intake Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

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