Academic Development Coordinator Salary in the United States

How much does an Academic Development Coordinator make in the United States?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for an Academic Development Coordinator in the United States is $57,016 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,823
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,268 to $65,290
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,035
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Academic Development Coordinator Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $65,290 $5,441 $1,256 $31
Average $57,016 $4,751 $1,096 $27
25th Percentile $51,268 $4,272 $986 $25
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Key Factors That Influence Academic Development Coordinator Salaries

An Academic Development 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 Academic Development Coordinator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Academic Development 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): $53,486
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $53,650
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,867
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $59,085
  • Expert (over 8 years): $59,315
Levels Salary
Entry Level Academic Development Coordinator$53,486
Intermediate Level Academic Development Coordinator$53,650
Senior Level Academic Development Coordinator$55,867
Specialist Level Academic Development Coordinator$59,085
Expert Level Academic Development Coordinator$59,315
$53,486 0 yr
$53,650 < 2 yrs
$55,867 2-4 yrs
$59,085 5-8 yrs
$59,315 > 8 yrs
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How Do Academic Development 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 Academic Development Coordinators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $63,129.
  • California: $62,889.
  • Massachusetts: $62,051.

Top Paying Cities for Academic Development 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: $71,915
  • San Francisco: $71,208
  • Oakland: $69,628

What Skills Can Increase an Academic Development Coordinator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 5.83% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Tutoring (Mentioned in 2.26% Job Postings): A Tutor is responsible for helping students learn and understand new concepts and complete assignments.
  • Early Childhood Education (Mentioned in 1.01% Job Postings): Early childhood education, also known as nursery education, is a branch of education theory that relates to the teaching of children from birth up to the age of eight.
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Leadership 5.83%
Tutoring 2.26%
Early Childhood Education 1.01%
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 an Academic Development Coordinator's salary.
  • Client Service: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Consulting: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Client Service
 $62,148
9%
Consulting
 $61,578
8%
Analysis
 $60,437
6%
Diversity and Inclusion
 $58,727
3%
Collaboration
 $58,157
2%
Flexibility
 $58,157
2%
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How Education impacts an Academic Development Coordinator's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Academic Development 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 an Academic Development Coordinator with a Bachelor's Degree is between $52,077 and $55,563).

Academic Development Coordinator Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Academic Development Coordinator
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.5%
High School 1.7%
Associates 2.1%
Bachelors 32.5%
Masters 59.3%
Doctorate 4.0%
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Academic Development Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Academic Development 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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$51,268
Average $57,016/year
$65,290
$4,272
Average $4,751/month
$5,441
$986
Average $1,096/week
$1,256
$25
Average $27/hour
$31
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $65,290 $5,441 $1,256 $31
Average $57,016 $4,751 $1,096 $27
25th Percentile $51,268 $4,272 $986 $25

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Salary Trends for Academic Development Coordinator

Salaries for an Academic Development Coordinator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $51,733 in 2023 to around $51,777 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Academic Development Coordinator salary trends, .

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