What are the main factors that influence an Administrative Coordinator/Project Coordinator's salary?

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

How does experience change An Administrative Coordinator/Project Coordinator's salary?

An Administrative Coordinator/Project Coordinator's salary grows with experience: a Administrative Coordinator/Project Coordinator (1-3 years)earns $75,129, a Project Administrator II (3-5 years)earns $85,648, a Project Management Supervisor (5+ years)earns $123,023, a Project Management Manager (5+ years)earns $164,536, a Project Management Director (5+ years)earns $191,764,

What are the highest paying states for an Administrative Coordinator/Project Coordinator?

Administrative Coordinator/Project Coordinator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Administrative Coordinator/Project Coordinator roles are District of Columbia $77,129, California $76,836, Massachusetts $75,812. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Administrative Coordinator/Project Coordinator roles make?

Salaries for Administrative Coordinator/Project Coordinator level roles vary by specialization: Administrative Project Coordinator: $74,541; Senior Administrative Coordinator: $62,475; Administrative Sales Coordinator: $57,588; Marketing Administrative Coordinator: $56,095; Medical Administrative Coordinator: $55,244.

Administrative Coordinator/Project Coordinator Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Administrative Coordinator/Project Coordinator make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Administrative Coordinator/Project Coordinator in District of Columbia is $77,129 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $95,466
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,799 to $86,727
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63,126

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Administrative Coordinator/Project Coordinator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,727	$7,227	$1,668	$42
Average	$77,129	$6,427	$1,483	$37
25th Percentile	$69,799	$5,817	$1,342	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Administrative Coordinator/Project Coordinator Salaries

An Administrative Coordinator/Project 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 Administrative Coordinator/Project Coordinator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Administrative Coordinator/Project 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): $75,129
Early Career (1-2 years): $85,648
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $123,023
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $164,536
Expert (over 8 years): $191,764

Levels	Salary
Administr... Level Administrative Coordinator/Project Coordinator	$75,129
Project A... Level Administrative Coordinator/Project Coordinator	$85,648
Project M... Level Administrative Coordinator/Project Coordinator	$123,023
Project M... Level Administrative Coordinator/Project Coordinator	$164,536
Project M... Level Administrative Coordinator/Project Coordinator	$191,764

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How Do Administrative Coordinator/Project 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 Administrative Coordinator/Project Coordinators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $77,129.
California: $76,836.
Massachusetts: $75,812.

District of Columbia $77,129 California $76,836 Massachusetts $75,812 Washington $75,534 New Jersey $75,506 Alaska $75,408 Connecticut $74,447 New York $74,057

Hawaii $72,810 Rhode Island $72,225 Maryland $71,828 Minnesota $71,284 Colorado $71,075 Illinois $71,006 Oregon $70,741 Delaware $70,546

New Hampshire $70,423 Virginia $70,149 Pennsylvania $69,348 Nevada $68,944 North Dakota $68,811 Michigan $68,602 Wisconsin $68,526 Vermont $68,373

Texas $67,948 Maine $67,920 Arizona $67,878 Ohio $67,829 Georgia $67,188 Indiana $66,868 Wyoming $66,805 Utah $66,708

Iowa $66,666 Kansas $66,331 Louisiana $66,234 North Carolina $66,199 Missouri $66,185 Florida $65,914 Montana $65,767 Nebraska $65,628

Kentucky $65,551 South Carolina $65,273 Tennessee $65,098 Idaho $65,029 New Mexico $64,520 Oklahoma $64,409 Alabama $63,998 South Dakota $63,308

Arkansas $62,932 West Virginia $62,730 Mississippi $62,124

Top Paying Cities for Administrative Coordinator/Project 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:

Parcel Return Service: $76,710
Washington: $76,711
Naval Anacost Annex: $76,708

Parcel Return Service, DC $76,710 Washington, DC $76,711 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $76,708 Washington Navy Yard, DC $76,710

Administrative Coordinator/Project Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Administrative Coordinator/Project 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 May 01, 2026

$69,799

Average $77,129/year

$86,727

$5,817

Average $6,427/month

$7,227

$1,342

Average $1,483/week

$1,668

$34

Average $37/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,727	$7,227	$1,668	$42
Average	$77,129	$6,427	$1,483	$37
25th Percentile	$69,799	$5,817	$1,342	$34

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