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Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator Salary in California

How much does an Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator make in California?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator in California is $64,727 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

However, an Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $82,859
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,610 to $74,218
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,398
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Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $74,218 $6,185 $1,427 $36
Average $64,727 $5,394 $1,245 $31
25th Percentile $54,610 $4,551 $1,050 $26
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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator Salaries

An Assistant Clinical Research 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 Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Clinical Research 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): $103,283
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $66,835
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $77,337
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $109,831
  • Expert (over 8 years): $118,648
Levels Salary
Staff Nur... Level Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator$103,283
Assistant... Level Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator$66,835
Clinical ... Level Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator$77,337
Scientist... Level Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator$109,831
Clinical ... Level Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator$118,648
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$66,835 < 2 yrs
$77,337 2-4 yrs
$109,831 5-8 yrs
$118,648 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Assistant Clinical Research 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:

  • Los Angeles: $64,839
  • West Hollywood: $64,792
  • Dodgertown: $64,838

Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator positions in Pharmaceuticals or Biotechnology typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$77,672$37.020%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$71,200$34.010%

Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Clinical Research 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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$54,610
Average $64,727/year
$74,218
$4,551
Average $5,394/month
$6,185
$1,050
Average $1,245/week
$1,427
$26
Average $31/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $74,218 $6,185 $1,427 $36
Average $64,727 $5,394 $1,245 $31
25th Percentile $54,610 $4,551 $1,050 $26

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