OH · Akron · Updated October 15, 2026

Patient Access Representative jobs in Akron, OH

Pay for patient access representatives in the Akron area centers on $16.99 per hour, or about $35,330 a year. The lower quarter earns under $14.26 and the upper quarter over $18.34. That ranks 200th of 386 U.S. metro areas for patient access representative pay, and 148th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Akron. The free report below lists employers near Akron and what they pay.

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Patient Access Representative pay in Akron, OH

The metro median is in line with the Ohio statewide median of $16.93 per hour. Nationally the median is $17.90 per hour. BLS counts about 1,910 receptionists and information clerks employed in the Akron metro area, 6.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.95).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$12.19$25,36032% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$14.26$29,66020% below U.S. median
Median$16.99$35,3305% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$18.34$38,1502% above U.S. median
Top 10%$21.45$44,62020% above U.S. median

How Akron ranks

  • 200th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 148th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
  • 4th of 12 Ohio 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.

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What your pay buys in Akron

  • Overall prices in Akron run 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.4, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 23% below the U.S. average (index 76.8).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $16.99 median hour buys what $18.20 buys at the national price level, 2% 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.

Estimate your Akron paycheck

Estimated weekly gross$612
  • Per year: $30,582
  • Per month: $2,548

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

Hospitals in Akron

CMS lists 4 hospitals in Akron.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Akron General Medical Center
Akron, OH
Acute careNonprofit5 of 5Yes
Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center
Akron, OH
Acute careFor-profit5 of 5No
Summa Health System
Akron, OH
Acute careNonprofit3 of 5Yes
Akron Children's Hospital
Akron, OH
Children'sNonprofitNot 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
Cuyahoga Falls, OH7 mi$16.99/hr50,979
Canton, OH20 mi$15.98/hr69,211
Parma, OH24 mi$17.28/hr79,350
Cleveland, OH29 mi$17.28/hr365,379
Elyria, OH37 mi$17.28/hr53,604
Lorain, OH42 mi$17.28/hr65,751

Patient Access Representative jobs in Ohio · Patient Access Representative jobs nationwide

What employers ask for, and tax basics in Ohio

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

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

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Common questions

How much do patient access representatives make in Akron, OH?

Patient Access Representatives in the Akron metro area have a median pay of $16.99 per hour, about $35,330 a year. The middle half earn between $14.26 and $18.34 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

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

Akron ranks 148th of 341 metro areas for patient access representative pay after adjusting for local prices, and 200th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.

Where do patient access representatives work in Akron?

CMS lists 4 hospitals in Akron, led by Akron General Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Ohio license to work in Akron as a patient access representative?

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

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1Pay for your role at other hospitals

  • 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
  • Allina HealthMinnesota · 3 postings$27.82/ hr$22–$33

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Low$18Median$24.50High$33

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