Lead Clinical Research Coordinator Salary in the United States

How much does a Lead Clinical Research Coordinator make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Clinical Research Coordinator in the United States is $57,732 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,914
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,714 to $66,202
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,504
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Lead Clinical Research Coordinator Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $66,202 $5,517 $1,273 $32
Average $57,732 $4,811 $1,110 $28
25th Percentile $48,714 $4,059 $937 $23
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Key Factors That Influence Lead Clinical Research Coordinator Salaries

A Lead 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Lead Clinical Research Coordinator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead 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): $92,127
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $59,610
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $68,981
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $97,955
  • Expert (over 8 years): $105,829
Levels Salary
Staff Nur... Level Lead Clinical Research Coordinator$92,127
Lead Clin... Level Lead Clinical Research Coordinator$59,610
Clinical ... Level Lead Clinical Research Coordinator$68,981
Scientist... Level Lead Clinical Research Coordinator$97,955
Clinical ... Level Lead Clinical Research Coordinator$105,829
$92,127 0 yr
$59,610 < 2 yrs
$68,981 2-4 yrs
$97,955 5-8 yrs
$105,829 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Lead 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:

  • San Jose: $72,817
  • San Francisco: $72,019
  • Oakland: $70,502

What Skills Can Increase a Lead Clinical Research Coordinator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Integrity (Mentioned in 5.09% Job Postings): Is about having strong principles and values, which you demonstrate through your conduct in the work environment. A common integrity definition states that people with integrity do the right thing even when nobody is watching.
  • Oncology (Mentioned in 2.46% Job Postings): Designing, constructing, and repairing dental prosthetics and restorative and orthodontic devices to help patients correct dental conditions.
  • Data Collection (Mentioned in 1.46% Job Postings): Data collection is the process of gathering and measuring information on targeted variables in an established system, which then enables one to answer relevant questions and evaluate outcomes. Data collection is a component of research in all fields of study including physical and social sciences, humanities, and business. While methods vary by discipline, the emphasis on ensuring accurate and honest collection remains the same. The goal for all data collection is to capture quality evidence that allows analysis to lead to the formulation of convincing and credible answers to the questions that have been posed.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Integrity 5.09%
Oncology 2.46%
Data Collection 1.46%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Lead Clinical Research Coordinator's salary.
  • Line Management: Can increase your salary by up to 33%.
  • Dedication: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Patient Safety: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Line Management
$76,783
33%
Dedication
$62,927
9%
Patient Safety
$61,773
7%
Accountability
$61,195
6%
Communicates Effectively
$61,195
6%
Communication Skills
$60,618
5%
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Lead Clinical Research Coordinator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Lead 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, Lead Clinical Research Coordinator positions in Pharmaceuticals or Biotechnology typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Lead Clinical Research Coordinator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Lead Clinical Research Coordinator

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$69,278$33.020%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$63,505$31.010%

How Education impacts a Lead Clinical Research Coordinator's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Lead Clinical Research Coordinators enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Lead Clinical Research Coordinator with a Bachelor's Degree is between $64,284 and $68,801).

Lead Clinical Research Coordinator Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Lead Clinical Research Coordinator
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.3%
High School 2.7%
Associates 1.9%
Bachelors 61.9%
Masters 26.5%
Doctorate 6.6%
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Lead Clinical Research Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead 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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Lead Clinical Research Coordinator

Salaries for a Lead Clinical Research Coordinator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $55,114 in 2023 to around $55,124 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Lead Clinical Research Coordinator salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Lead Clinical Research Coordinator Over Time

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2023
$55,114
2024
$55,221
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2024 $55,221
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