Clinical Coding Analyst Salary in California

How much does a Clinical Coding Analyst make in California? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Clinical Coding Analyst in California is $111,746 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

However, a Clinical Coding Analyst's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $124,512
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $105,465 to $118,428
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $99,746

Key Factors That Influence Clinical Coding Analyst Salaries

A Clinical Coding Analyst'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 Clinical Coding Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Clinical Coding Analyst'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): $88,600
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $110,354
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $116,746
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $139,299
  • Expert (over 8 years): $165,039
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Vendor Quality Control Analyst I less than 1 year $88,600
Clinical Coding Analyst 1-2 years $110,354
Vendor Quality Control Analyst III 2-4 years $116,746
Vendor Quality Control Analyst IV 5-8 years $139,299
Vendor Quality Control Analyst V over 8 years $165,039

Top Paying Cities for Clinical Coding Analyst

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:

  • Los Angeles: $111,939
  • West Hollywood: $111,857
  • Dodgertown: $111,938

Clinical Coding Analyst Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Clinical Coding Analyst roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Clinical Coding Analyst positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Clinical Coding Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Clinical Coding Analyst

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking $167,619 $81.0 50%

Clinical Coding Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Clinical Coding Analyst'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 August 01, 2026
$105,465
Average $111,746/year
$118,428
$8,789
Average $9,312/month
$9,869
$2,028
Average $2,149/week
$2,277
$51
Average $54/hour
$57
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $118,428 $9,869 $2,277 $57
Average $111,746 $9,312 $2,149 $54
25th Percentile $105,465 $8,789 $2,028 $51

Find Your Next Clinical Coding Analyst Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Clinical Coding Analyst job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

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