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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Infection Prevention Coordinator in New York is $97,516 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.
However, an Infection Prevention Coordinator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Infection Prevention Coordinator Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $109,814 | $9,151 | $2,112 | $53 |
| Average | $97,516 | $8,126 | $1,875 | $47 |
| 25th Percentile | $89,650 | $7,471 | $1,724 | $43 |
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An Infection Prevention 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 Infection Prevention 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 |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Infection Prevention Coordinator | $94,785 |
| Intermediate Level Infection Prevention Coordinator | $95,331 |
| Senior Level Infection Prevention Coordinator | $96,424 |
| Specialist Level Infection Prevention Coordinator | $98,062 |
| Expert Level Infection Prevention Coordinator | $103,128 |
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 Infection Prevention 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 Infection Prevention 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 Healthcare and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Infection Prevention Coordinator positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Chemicals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Infection Prevention Coordinator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $117,019 | $56.0 | 20% |
| Biotechnology | $107,268 | $52.0 | 10% |
Understanding how an Infection Prevention 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 | $109,814 | $9,151 | $2,112 | $53 |
| Average | $97,516 | $8,126 | $1,875 | $47 |
| 25th Percentile | $89,650 | $7,471 | $1,724 | $43 |
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