What are the main factors that influence an Event Planning 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 Event Planning Coordinator?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Event Planning Coordinator roles, with salaries approximately 22% above the market median.

How does experience change An Event Planning Coordinator's salary?

An Event Planning Coordinator's salary grows with experience: a Event Planning Coordinator (0-2 years)earns $59,549, a Meeting/Event Planner II (2-4 years)earns $67,161, a Meeting/Event Planner III (4-7 years)earns $92,278, a Meeting/Event Planner IV (7+ years)earns $112,997, a Meeting/Event Supervisor (7+ years)earns $95,300,

What are the highest paying states for an Event Planning Coordinator?

Event Planning Coordinator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Event Planning Coordinator roles are District of Columbia $64,589, California $64,344, Massachusetts $63,486. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Event Planning Coordinator roles make?

Salaries for Event Planning Coordinator level roles vary by specialization: Event Planning and Production Director: $171,373; Director of Event Planning: $128,780; Event Planning and Production Manager: $105,800; Event Planning Manager: $105,778; Event Planning and Production Supervisor: $92,153.

Event Planning Coordinator Salary in Delaware

How much does an Event Planning Coordinator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Event Planning Coordinator in Delaware is $59,076 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $70,248
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,272 to $64,924
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,078

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Event Planning Coordinator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,924	$5,410	$1,249	$31
Average	$59,076	$4,923	$1,136	$28
25th Percentile	$52,272	$4,356	$1,005	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Event Planning Coordinator Salaries

An Event Planning 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 Event Planning Coordinator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Event Planning 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): $59,549
Early Career (1-2 years): $67,161
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $92,278
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $112,997
Expert (over 8 years): $95,300

Levels	Salary
Event Pla... Level Event Planning Coordinator	$59,549
Meeting/E... Level Event Planning Coordinator	$67,161
Meeting/E... Level Event Planning Coordinator	$92,278
Meeting/E... Level Event Planning Coordinator	$112,997
Meeting/E... Level Event Planning Coordinator	$95,300

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How Do Event Planning 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 Event Planning Coordinators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $64,589.
California: $64,344.
Massachusetts: $63,486.

District of Columbia $64,589 California $64,344 Massachusetts $63,486 Washington $63,253 New Jersey $63,230 Alaska $63,148 Connecticut $62,343 New York $62,016

Hawaii $60,972 Rhode Island $60,482 Maryland $60,150 Minnesota $59,695 Colorado $59,520 Illinois $59,461 Oregon $59,240 Delaware $59,076

New Hampshire $58,974 Virginia $58,744 Pennsylvania $58,073 Nevada $57,735 North Dakota $57,624 Michigan $57,449 Wisconsin $57,385 Vermont $57,256

Texas $56,900 Maine $56,877 Arizona $56,842 Ohio $56,801 Georgia $56,264 Indiana $55,996 Wyoming $55,944 Utah $55,862

Iowa $55,827 Kansas $55,547 Louisiana $55,465 North Carolina $55,436 Missouri $55,424 Florida $55,197 Montana $55,074 Nebraska $54,958

Kentucky $54,894 South Carolina $54,660 Tennessee $54,514 Idaho $54,456 New Mexico $54,030 Oklahoma $53,937 Alabama $53,593 South Dakota $53,015

Arkansas $52,700 West Virginia $52,531 Mississippi $52,024

Top Paying Cities for Event Planning 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: $58,810
Little Creek: $59,241
Magnolia: $59,156

Lincoln, DE $58,810 Little Creek, DE $59,241 Magnolia, DE $59,156 Milford, DE $58,960 Marydel, DE $59,056 Millsboro, DE $58,563 Millville, DE $58,654 Milton, DE $58,755

Nassau, DE $58,798 Ocean View, DE $58,644 Rehoboth Beach, DE $58,757 Seaford, DE $58,790 Selbyville, DE $58,547 Smyrna, DE $59,282 Viola, DE $59,009 Woodside, DE $59,167

Bear, DE $59,031 Newark, DE $59,009 Claymont, DE $59,129 Delaware City, DE $59,068 Hockessin, DE $59,003 Kirkwood, DE $59,056 Middletown, DE $59,079 Montchanin, DE $59,017

New Castle, DE $59,026 Odessa, DE $59,108 Port Penn, DE $59,148 Rockland, DE $59,023 Saint Georges, DE $59,061 Townsend, DE $59,152 Winterthur, DE $59,030 Lewes, DE $58,778

Wilmington, DE $59,006 Dover, DE $59,241 Dover Afb, DE $58,929 Bethany Beach, DE $58,582 Bethel, DE $58,643 Bridgeville, DE $58,781 Camden Wyoming, DE $59,074 Cheswold, DE $59,222

Clayton, DE $59,223 Dagsboro, DE $58,541 Delmar, DE $58,447 Ellendale, DE $58,625 Felton, DE $58,955 Fenwick Island, DE $58,554 Frankford, DE $58,452 Frederica, DE $59,013

Georgetown, DE $58,519 Greenwood, DE $58,790 Harbeson, DE $58,582 Harrington, DE $58,880 Hartly, DE $59,063 Houston, DE $58,796 Kenton, DE $59,226 Laurel, DE $58,484

Yorklyn, DE $59,021

Event Planning Coordinator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Event Planning 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 Pharmaceuticals and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 22% above the average. In contrast, Event Planning Coordinator positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Event Planning Coordinator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Event Planning Coordinator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$72,073	$35.0	22%
Internet	$69,710	$34.0	18%
Insurance	$66,165	$32.0	12%
Energy & Utilities	$64,984	$31.0	10%
Healthcare	$63,802	$31.0	8%

Event Planning Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Event Planning 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

$52,272

Average $59,076/year

$64,924

$4,356

Average $4,923/month

$5,410

$1,005

Average $1,136/week

$1,249

$25

Average $28/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,924	$5,410	$1,249	$31
Average	$59,076	$4,923	$1,136	$28
25th Percentile	$52,272	$4,356	$1,005	$25

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