Independent living skills training: Medicaid rates by state
6 states publish a Medicaid rate for independent living skills training, compared at the dsp level. Per hour, rates range from — in Wisconsin to $61.43 in California.
- States
- 6
- Median per hour
- $56.17
- Highest
- $61.43California
- Lowest
- —Wisconsin
Every state, ranked
| # | State | Rate | Unit | Per hour | Effective | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CaliforniaDirect support professional (IDD staff) | $61.43 | hour | $61.43 | 2025-01-01 | Official source |
| 2 | PennsylvaniaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $14.12 | 15 min | $56.48 | 2016-12-01 | Official source |
| 3 | New YorkAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $55.86 | hour | $55.86 | 2026-01-01 | Official source |
| 4 | NebraskaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $8.00 | hour | $8.00 | 2026-07-01 | Official source |
| 5 | MarylandAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $1,595.00 | UPL | — | 2023-07-01 | Official source |
| 6 | WisconsinAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $5.78 | 15-min. | — | 2025-01-01 | Official source |
Frequently asked questions
Which state pays the most for independent living skills training?
California: $61.43 per hour ($61.43 per hour).
What is the average Medicaid rate for independent living skills training?
Across 6 states the median is $56.17 per hour, comparing the same provider level in each state.
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