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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Airport Operations Coordinator in Illinois is $132,344 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $64.
However, an Airport Operations Coordinator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Airport Operations Coordinator Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $157,099 | $13,092 | $3,021 | $76 |
| Average | $132,344 | $11,029 | $2,545 | $64 |
| 25th Percentile | $118,545 | $9,879 | $2,280 | $57 |
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An Airport Operations 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.
Experience is a primary driver of an Airport Operations 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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Senior Fl... Level Airport Operations Coordinator | $116,722 |
| Lead Flig... Level Airport Operations Coordinator | $164,229 |
| Airport O... Level Airport Operations Coordinator | $133,302 |
| Flight Op... Level Airport Operations Coordinator | $169,841 |
| Flight Op... Level Airport Operations Coordinator | $202,252 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Airport Operations Coordinators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Airport Operations Coordinator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 110% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Telecom and Retail & Wholesale sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 55% above the average. In contrast, Airport Operations Coordinator positions in Transportation or Software & Networking typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Airport Operations Coordinator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Telecom | $205,133 | $99.0 | 55% |
| Retail & Wholesale | $191,899 | $92.0 | 45% |
| MFG Nondurable | $185,281 | $89.0 | 40% |
| Media | $178,664 | $86.0 | 35% |
| Insurance | $172,047 | $83.0 | 30% |
Understanding how an Airport Operations 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $157,099 | $13,092 | $3,021 | $76 |
| Average | $132,344 | $11,029 | $2,545 | $64 |
| 25th Percentile | $118,545 | $9,879 | $2,280 | $57 |
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