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 $61,460, a Meeting/Event Planner II (2-4 years)earns $69,316, a Meeting/Event Planner III (4-7 years)earns $95,240, a Meeting/Event Planner IV (7+ years)earns $116,623, a Meeting/Event Supervisor (7+ years)earns $98,358,

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 Hawaii

How much does an Event Planning Coordinator make in Hawaii?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Event Planning Coordinator in Hawaii is $60,972 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,502
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,950 to $67,008
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,557

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Event Planning Coordinator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,008	$5,584	$1,289	$32
Average	$60,972	$5,081	$1,173	$29
25th Percentile	$53,950	$4,496	$1,037	$26

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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): $61,460
Early Career (1-2 years): $69,316
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $95,240
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $116,623
Expert (over 8 years): $98,358

Levels	Salary
Event Pla... Level Event Planning Coordinator	$61,460
Meeting/E... Level Event Planning Coordinator	$69,316
Meeting/E... Level Event Planning Coordinator	$95,240
Meeting/E... Level Event Planning Coordinator	$116,623
Meeting/E... Level Event Planning Coordinator	$98,358

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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:

Aiea: $60,642
Anahola: $59,847
Captain Cook: $59,787

Aiea, HI $60,642 Anahola, HI $59,847 Captain Cook, HI $59,787 Eleele, HI $59,968 Ewa Beach, HI $60,588 Kapolei, HI $60,540 Haiku, HI $59,891 Hakalau, HI $59,757

Haleiwa, HI $60,423 Hana, HI $59,748 Hanalei, HI $59,769 Hanamaulu, HI $59,890 Hanapepe, HI $59,965 Hauula, HI $60,515 Hawaii National Park, HI $59,826 Hawi, HI $59,926

Hilo, HI $59,884 Princeville, HI $59,878 Holualoa, HI $59,811 Honaunau, HI $59,707 Honokaa, HI $59,784 Honomu, HI $59,878 Hoolehua, HI $59,707 Kaaawa, HI $60,535

Kahuku, HI $60,406 Kahului, HI $60,029 Kailua, HI $60,623 Ocean View, HI $59,860 Waikoloa, HI $59,854 Keauhou, HI $59,811 Kailua Kona, HI $59,883 Kalaheo, HI $59,896

Kalaupapa, HI $59,653 Kamuela, HI $59,815 Kaneohe, HI $60,610 Kapaa, HI $59,962 Kaumakani, HI $59,994 Kaunakakai, HI $59,779 Keaau, HI $59,925 Kealakekua, HI $59,894

Kealia, HI $59,914 Kekaha, HI $59,853 Kihei, HI $59,968 Kilauea, HI $59,879 Kapaau, HI $59,833 Koloa, HI $59,905 Kualapuu, HI $59,761 Kunia, HI $60,521

Kurtistown, HI $59,895 Lahaina, HI $59,906 Laie, HI $60,459 Lanai City, HI $59,761 Laupahoehoe, HI $59,912 Lawai, HI $59,994 Lihue, HI $59,890 Makawao, HI $59,937

Makaweli, HI $59,758 Maunaloa, HI $59,617 Mountain View, HI $59,863 Naalehu, HI $59,742 Ninole, HI $59,702 Ookala, HI $59,721 Paauilo, HI $59,794 Pahala, HI $59,759

Pahoa, HI $59,838 Paia, HI $59,909 Papaaloa, HI $59,920 Papaikou, HI $59,796 Pearl City, HI $60,598 Pepeekeo, HI $59,912 Puunene, HI $60,029 Volcano, HI $59,826

Wahiawa, HI $60,494 Pukalani, HI $59,937 Mililani, HI $60,567 Kula, HI $59,814 Waialua, HI $60,391 Waianae, HI $60,447 Wailuku, HI $59,936 Waimanalo, HI $60,611

Waimea, HI $59,989 Waipahu, HI $60,572 Honolulu, HI $60,663 J B P H H, HI $60,652 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $60,527 Schofield Barracks, HI $60,510 Fort Shafter, HI $60,663 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $60,663

Camp H M Smith, HI $60,650 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $60,591 Wake Island, HI $60,663

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	$74,386	$36.0	22%
Internet	$71,947	$35.0	18%
Insurance	$68,289	$33.0	12%
Energy & Utilities	$67,069	$32.0	10%
Healthcare	$65,850	$32.0	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

$53,950

Average $60,972/year

$67,008

$4,496

Average $5,081/month

$5,584

$1,037

Average $1,173/week

$1,289

$26

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,008	$5,584	$1,289	$32
Average	$60,972	$5,081	$1,173	$29
25th Percentile	$53,950	$4,496	$1,037	$26

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