CT · New Haven · Updated October 15, 2026

Patient Access Representative jobs in New Haven, CT

Patient Access Representatives in the New Haven area earn a median of $19.42 per hour, about $40,380 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $17.38 and $23.00. That ranks 33rd of 386 U.S. metro areas for patient access representative pay, and 101st of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in New Haven. The free report below lists employers near New Haven and what they pay.

Patient Access Representative pay in New Haven, CT

The metro median is 3% above the Connecticut statewide median of $18.80 per hour. Nationally the median is $17.90 per hour. BLS counts about 2,500 receptionists and information clerks employed in the New Haven metro area, 8.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.41).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$15.81$32,88012% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$17.38$36,1503% below U.S. median
Median$19.42$40,3808% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$23.00$47,84028% above U.S. median
Top 10%$28.68$59,65060% above U.S. median

How New Haven ranks

  • 33rd of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 101st of 341 after adjusting for local prices
  • 1st of 4 Connecticut metro areas

BLS does not publish a separate figure for patient access representative. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Receptionists and Information Clerks.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Receptionists and Information Clerks (SOC 43-4171), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.

What your pay buys in New Haven

  • Overall prices in New Haven run 5% above the U.S. average (index 104.6, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 24% above the U.S. average (index 124.3).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $19.42 median hour buys what $18.57 buys at the national price level, 4% above the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.

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Estimated weekly gross$699
  • Per year: $34,956
  • Per month: $2,913

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the New Haven metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Open Patient Access Representative roles in Connecticut

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Hospitals in New Haven

CMS lists 2 hospitals in New Haven.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Yale-New Haven Hospital
New Haven, CT
Acute careNonprofit5 of 5Yes
Connecticut Mental Health Center
New Haven, CT
PsychiatricGovernment and federalNot ratedNo

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Patient Access Representative pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Bridgeport, CT16 mi$19.41/hr151,599
Waterbury, CT18 mi$18.55/hr115,908
Danbury, CT29 mi$19.41/hr88,692
Hartford, CT34 mi$18.41/hr122,129
Stamford, CT36 mi$19.41/hr139,134
White Plains, NY47 mi$20.71/hr62,561

Patient Access Representative jobs in Connecticut · Patient Access Representative jobs nationwide

What employers ask for, and tax basics in Connecticut

Patient access representatives register patients, verify insurance and collect information at the front door of care.

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Customer service experience; healthcare registration experience is a plus
  • Familiarity with EHR systems such as Epic

Connecticut taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

Connecticut state guide

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Common questions

How much do patient access representatives make in New Haven, CT?

Patient Access Representatives in the New Haven metro area have a median pay of $19.42 per hour, about $40,380 a year. The middle half earn between $17.38 and $23.00 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is New Haven a good place for patient access representatives once cost of living is counted?

New Haven ranks 101st of 341 metro areas for patient access representative pay after adjusting for local prices, and 33rd of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% above the U.S. average.

Where do patient access representatives work in New Haven?

CMS lists 2 hospitals in New Haven, led by Yale-New Haven Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Connecticut license to work in New Haven as a patient access representative?

High school diploma or equivalent. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.

Does Valorem Health place patient access representatives in New Haven?

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1Pay for your role at other hospitals

  • Trinity HealthConnecticut · 4 postings$21.25/ hr$18–$25
  • Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 3 postings$39.79/ hr$30–$46
  • CommonSpirit HealthGRASS VALLEY, CA · 12 postings$29.68/ hr$25–$35
  • CommonSpirit HealthPORT ORCHARD, WA · 17 postings$28.00/ hr$22–$39

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2What they are offering now

Low$18Median$21.25High$25

4 Patient Access postings with published pay in Connecticut, 4 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 4 Patient Access roles

  1. Patient Access / Registration (ADMITTING REGISTRAR) 40DPermanent
    $17.50–$23.80/ hour
    Trinity Health · Connecticut · posted yesterday
  2. Patient Access / Registration Rep - 8hr/wkPermanent
    $17.50–$25.00/ hour
    Trinity Health · Connecticut · posted 2 days ago

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