What are the main factors that influence a Department Coordinator's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Department Coordinator?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Department Coordinator roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Department Coordinator's salary?

A Department Coordinator's salary grows with experience: an Administrative Assistant I (0-1 years)earns $45,731, an Department Coordinator (1-3 years)earns $53,776, an Administrative Assistant III (3-5 years)earns $64,006, an Administrative Assistant IV (5-7 years)earns $75,080,

What are the highest paying states for a Department Coordinator?

Department Coordinator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Department Coordinator roles are District of Columbia $58,346, California $58,125, Massachusetts $57,350. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Department Coordinator roles make?

Salaries for Department Coordinator level roles vary by specialization: Department Assistant: $75,266; Department Administrator: $67,654; Department Head: $64,509; Department Specialist: $62,957; Administrative Department Coordinator: $55,187.

Department Coordinator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Department Coordinator make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Department Coordinator in Delaware is $53,366 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $64,136
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,469 to $59,003
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,100

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Department Coordinator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,003	$4,917	$1,135	$28
Average	$53,366	$4,447	$1,026	$26
25th Percentile	$47,469	$3,956	$913	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Department Coordinator Salaries

A Department 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 Do Department 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 Department Coordinators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $58,346.
California: $58,125.
Massachusetts: $57,350.

District of Columbia $58,346 California $58,125 Massachusetts $57,350 Washington $57,139 New Jersey $57,118 Alaska $57,045 Connecticut $56,317 New York $56,022

Hawaii $55,079 Rhode Island $54,636 Maryland $54,336 Minnesota $53,925 Colorado $53,767 Illinois $53,714 Oregon $53,514 Delaware $53,366

New Hampshire $53,274 Virginia $53,066 Pennsylvania $52,460 Nevada $52,154 North Dakota $52,054 Michigan $51,896 Wisconsin $51,838 Vermont $51,722

Texas $51,401 Maine $51,380 Arizona $51,348 Ohio $51,311 Georgia $50,826 Indiana $50,584 Wyoming $50,537 Utah $50,463

Iowa $50,431 Kansas $50,178 Louisiana $50,104 North Carolina $50,078 Missouri $50,068 Florida $49,862 Montana $49,751 Nebraska $49,646

Kentucky $49,588 South Carolina $49,377 Tennessee $49,245 Idaho $49,193 New Mexico $48,808 Oklahoma $48,724 Alabama $48,413 South Dakota $47,891

Arkansas $47,607 West Virginia $47,454 Mississippi $46,995

Top Paying Cities for Department 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:

Lincoln: $53,126
Little Creek: $53,515
Magnolia: $53,438

Lincoln, DE $53,126 Little Creek, DE $53,515 Magnolia, DE $53,438 Milford, DE $53,261 Marydel, DE $53,348 Millsboro, DE $52,903 Millville, DE $52,985 Milton, DE $53,077

Nassau, DE $53,115 Ocean View, DE $52,976 Rehoboth Beach, DE $53,078 Seaford, DE $53,108 Selbyville, DE $52,888 Smyrna, DE $53,552 Viola, DE $53,305 Woodside, DE $53,449

Bear, DE $53,325 Newark, DE $53,305 Claymont, DE $53,414 Delaware City, DE $53,358 Hockessin, DE $53,300 Kirkwood, DE $53,348 Middletown, DE $53,369 Montchanin, DE $53,313

New Castle, DE $53,321 Odessa, DE $53,395 Port Penn, DE $53,431 Rockland, DE $53,318 Saint Georges, DE $53,352 Townsend, DE $53,434 Winterthur, DE $53,324 Lewes, DE $53,097

Wilmington, DE $53,303 Dover, DE $53,515 Dover Afb, DE $53,233 Bethany Beach, DE $52,920 Bethel, DE $52,975 Bridgeville, DE $53,100 Camden Wyoming, DE $53,364 Cheswold, DE $53,498

Clayton, DE $53,499 Dagsboro, DE $52,883 Delmar, DE $52,798 Ellendale, DE $52,958 Felton, DE $53,257 Fenwick Island, DE $52,895 Frankford, DE $52,802 Frederica, DE $53,309

Georgetown, DE $52,863 Greenwood, DE $53,108 Harbeson, DE $52,919 Harrington, DE $53,189 Hartly, DE $53,355 Houston, DE $53,113 Kenton, DE $53,502 Laurel, DE $52,831

Yorklyn, DE $53,316

Department Coordinator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Department Coordinator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Department Coordinator positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Department Coordinator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Department Coordinator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$66,708	$32.0	25%
Internet	$64,040	$31.0	20%
Software & Networking	$64,040	$31.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$61,371	$30.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$58,703	$28.0	10%

Department Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Department 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 August 01, 2026

$47,469

Average $53,366/year

$59,003

$3,956

Average $4,447/month

$4,917

$913

Average $1,026/week

$1,135

$23

Average $26/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,003	$4,917	$1,135	$28
Average	$53,366	$4,447	$1,026	$26
25th Percentile	$47,469	$3,956	$913	$23

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Department Coordinator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Department Coordinator make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence Department Coordinator Salaries

How Do Department Coordinator Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Department Coordinators

Department Coordinator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for a Department Coordinator

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Salaries of jobs related to Department Coordinator

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