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Benefits administrator salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does a Benefits Administrator make in the United States?

Average base salary

$67,032
Average $67,032
Low $45,872
High $97,952

The average salary for a benefits administrator is $67,032 per year in the United States. 799 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 28, 2026).

Benefits Administrator job openings in United States

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Benefits Administrator
SCP Health3.3out of 5 stars.
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Benefits Administrator in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Calance
 
$182,000per year
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ConsultNet
 
$166,400per year
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Sarasota County Sheriff's Offi...
 
$157,580per year
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State of Nevada
 
$151,902per year
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Valley Water
 
$151,892per year
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Cobb EMC
 
$130,728per year
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Highest paying cities for Benefits Administrators near United States

  1. Denver, CO
    $97,226 per year
  2. Los Angeles, CA
    $83,218 per year
  3. Phoenix, AZ
    $73,311 per year
  4. New York, NY
    $69,519 per year
  5. Chicago, IL
    $68,494 per year

Where can a Benefits Administrator earn more?

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Senior Benefits Administrator

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