What are the main factors that influence a Flight Coordinator's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Flight Coordinator?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Flight Coordinator roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

How does experience change A Flight Coordinator's salary?

A Flight Coordinator's salary grows with experience: starting around $77,416 for beginners, reaching about $81,648 at mid-level, and approach $89,084 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Flight Coordinator?

Flight Coordinator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Flight Coordinator roles are District of Columbia $87,900, California $87,600, Massachusetts $86,400. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Flight Coordinator roles make?

Salaries for Flight Coordinator level roles vary by specialization: Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator: $159,800; Lead Flight Training Coordinator: $159,730; Flight Instruction Senior Coordinator: $113,600; Flight Training Senior Coordinator: $113,540; Senior Flight Trainer: $113,536.

Flight Coordinator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Flight Coordinator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Flight Coordinator in Delaware is $80,400 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, a Flight Coordinator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $112,113
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,300 to $97,000
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63,015

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Flight Coordinator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$97,000	$8,083	$1,865	$47
Average	$80,400	$6,700	$1,546	$39
25th Percentile	$71,300	$5,942	$1,371	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Flight Coordinator Salaries

A Flight Coordinator'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 Flight Coordinator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Flight Coordinator'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): $77,416
Early Career (1-2 years): $77,688
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $81,648
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $88,589
Expert (over 8 years): $89,084

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Flight Coordinator	$77,416
Intermediate Level Flight Coordinator	$77,688
Senior Level Flight Coordinator	$81,648
Specialist Level Flight Coordinator	$88,589
Expert Level Flight Coordinator	$89,084

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How Do Flight Coordinator Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Flight Coordinators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $87,900.
California: $87,600.
Massachusetts: $86,400.

District of Columbia $87,900 California $87,600 Massachusetts $86,400 Washington $86,100 New Jersey $86,000 Alaska $85,900 Connecticut $84,800 New York $84,400

Hawaii $83,000 Rhode Island $82,300 Maryland $81,900 Minnesota $81,200 Colorado $81,000 Illinois $80,900 Oregon $80,600 Delaware $80,400

New Hampshire $80,300 Virginia $79,900 Pennsylvania $79,000 Nevada $78,600 North Dakota $78,400 Michigan $78,200 Wisconsin $78,100 Vermont $77,900

Arizona $77,400 Maine $77,400 Texas $77,400 Ohio $77,300 Georgia $76,600 Indiana $76,200 Wyoming $76,100 Utah $76,000

Iowa $76,000 Kansas $75,600 Louisiana $75,500 North Carolina $75,400 Missouri $75,400 Florida $75,100 Montana $75,000 Nebraska $74,800

Kentucky $74,700 South Carolina $74,400 Tennessee $74,200 Idaho $74,100 New Mexico $73,500 Oklahoma $73,400 Alabama $72,900 South Dakota $72,200

Arkansas $71,700 West Virginia $71,500 Mississippi $70,800

Top Paying Cities for Flight Coordinators

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:

Lincoln: $80,000
Little Creek: $80,600
Magnolia: $80,500

Lincoln, DE $80,000 Little Creek, DE $80,600 Magnolia, DE $80,500 Milford, DE $80,200 Marydel, DE $80,400 Millsboro, DE $79,700 Millville, DE $79,800 Milton, DE $80,000

Nassau, DE $80,000 Ocean View, DE $79,800 Rehoboth Beach, DE $80,000 Seaford, DE $80,000 Selbyville, DE $79,700 Smyrna, DE $80,700 Viola, DE $80,300 Woodside, DE $80,500

Bear, DE $80,300 Newark, DE $80,300 Claymont, DE $80,500 Delaware City, DE $80,400 Hockessin, DE $80,300 Kirkwood, DE $80,400 Middletown, DE $80,400 Montchanin, DE $80,300

New Castle, DE $80,300 Odessa, DE $80,400 Port Penn, DE $80,500 Rockland, DE $80,300 Saint Georges, DE $80,400 Townsend, DE $80,500 Winterthur, DE $80,300 Lewes, DE $80,000

Wilmington, DE $80,300 Dover, DE $80,600 Dover Afb, DE $80,200 Bethany Beach, DE $79,700 Bethel, DE $79,800 Bridgeville, DE $80,000 Camden Wyoming, DE $80,400 Cheswold, DE $80,600

Clayton, DE $80,600 Dagsboro, DE $79,700 Delmar, DE $79,500 Ellendale, DE $79,800 Felton, DE $80,200 Fenwick Island, DE $79,700 Frankford, DE $79,600 Frederica, DE $80,300

Georgetown, DE $79,600 Greenwood, DE $80,000 Harbeson, DE $79,700 Harrington, DE $80,100 Hartly, DE $80,400 Houston, DE $80,000 Kenton, DE $80,600 Laurel, DE $79,600

Yorklyn, DE $80,300

Flight Coordinator Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Flight Coordinator salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $89,927. While startup companies pay approximate $76,051.

Flight Coordinator Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$76,051
Growth Stage	51~500	$80,436
Established	501~5000	$86,841
Enterprise	5000+	$89,927

Flight Coordinator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Flight Coordinator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Flight Coordinator positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Software & Networking typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Flight Coordinator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Flight Coordinator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$92,460	$44.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$88,440	$43.0	10%
Financial Services	$88,440	$43.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$86,832	$42.0	8%
Internet	$86,028	$41.0	7%

Flight Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Flight Coordinator'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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$71,300

Average $80,400/year

$97,000

$5,942

Average $6,700/month

$8,083

$1,371

Average $1,546/week

$1,865

$34

Average $39/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$97,000	$8,083	$1,865	$47
Average	$80,400	$6,700	$1,546	$39
25th Percentile	$71,300	$5,942	$1,371	$34

Flight Coordinator Salary Growth & Career Path

Flight Coordinator

Aviation Operations Supervisor

Flight Instruction Coordinator

Aviation Operations Senior Manager

Flight Instruction Senior Coordinator

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Flight Coordinator, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Flight Coordinator Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Aviation Operations Supervisor	$131,300	63%
Flight Instruction Coordinator	$100,700	25%

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