Head Start Coordinator Salary in the United States

How much does a Head Start Coordinator make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Head Start Coordinator in the United States is $42,062 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $48,018
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,471 to $45,180
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,202
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Head Start Coordinator Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $45,180 $3,765 $869 $22
Average $42,062 $3,505 $809 $20
25th Percentile $38,471 $3,206 $740 $18
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Key Factors That Influence Head Start Coordinator Salaries

A Head Start 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 Head Start Coordinator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Head Start 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): $42,311
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $50,857
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,004
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $69,511
  • Expert (over 8 years): $89,101
Levels Salary
Head Star... Level Head Start Coordinator$42,311
Accounts ... Level Head Start Coordinator$50,857
Accounts ... Level Head Start Coordinator$55,004
Accounts ... Level Head Start Coordinator$69,511
Accounts ... Level Head Start Coordinator$89,101
$42,311 0 yr
$50,857 < 2 yrs
$55,004 2-4 yrs
$69,511 5-8 yrs
$89,101 > 8 yrs
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How Do Head Start 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 Head Start Coordinators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $46,571.
  • California: $46,394.
  • Massachusetts: $45,776.

Top Paying Cities for Head Start 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:

  • San Jose: $53,052
  • San Francisco: $52,471
  • Oakland: $51,366

What Skills Can Increase a Head Start Coordinator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 5.11% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Credit Card (Mentioned in 3.96% Job Postings): A credit card is a type of credit facility, provided by banks that allow customers to borrow funds within a pre-approved credit limit.
  • Accounting Software (Mentioned in 1.1% Job Postings): Accounting software makes it easier for business owners to manage financial procedures, performing financial tasks correctly and quickly.
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Customer Service 5.11%
Credit Card 3.96%
Accounting Software 1.1%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Head Start Coordinator's salary.
  • Property Management: Can increase your salary by up to 24%.
  • Process Improvement: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Innovation: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Property Management
 $52,156
24%
Process Improvement
 $46,688
11%
Innovation
 $45,847
9%
Back Office
 $45,847
9%
Coordination
 $45,427
8%
Analysis
 $44,585
6%
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Head Start Coordinator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Head Start Coordinator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 43% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 18% above the average. In contrast, Head Start Coordinator positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Head Start Coordinator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Head Start Coordinator

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$49,633$24.018%
Financial Services$48,371$23.015%
Internet$48,371$23.015%
Aerospace & Defense$47,109$23.012%
Pharmaceuticals$46,688$22.011%

Head Start Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Head Start 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.

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$38,471
Average $42,062/year
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Average $3,505/month
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $45,180 $3,765 $869 $22
Average $42,062 $3,505 $809 $20
25th Percentile $38,471 $3,206 $740 $18

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Salary Trends for Head Start Coordinator

Salaries for a Head Start Coordinator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $42,286 in 2023 to around $41,312 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Head Start Coordinator salary trends, .

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