Program Development Coordinator Salary in the United States

How much does a Program Development Coordinator make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Program Development Coordinator in the United States is $50,090 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $59,001
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $44,664 to $54,755
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,724
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Program Development Coordinator Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $54,755 $4,563 $1,053 $26
Average $50,090 $4,174 $963 $24
25th Percentile $44,664 $3,722 $859 $21
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Key Factors That Influence Program Development Coordinator Salaries

A Program Development 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Program Development Coordinator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Program Development 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): $49,186
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $50,837
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $53,867
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $54,311
  • Expert (over 8 years): $54,533
Levels Salary
Entry Level Program Development Coordinator$49,186
Intermediate Level Program Development Coordinator$50,837
Senior Level Program Development Coordinator$53,867
Specialist Level Program Development Coordinator$54,311
Expert Level Program Development Coordinator$54,533
$49,186 0 yr
$50,837 < 2 yrs
$53,867 2-4 yrs
$54,311 5-8 yrs
$54,533 > 8 yrs
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How Do Program Development 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 Program Development Coordinators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $55,460.
  • California: $55,249.
  • Massachusetts: $54,513.

Top Paying Cities for Program Development 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: $63,179
  • San Francisco: $62,558
  • Oakland: $61,170

What Skills Can Increase a Program Development Coordinator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Planning (Mentioned in 4.52% Job Postings): An act or process of making or carrying out plans. Establishment of goals, policies, and procedures for a social or economic unit city planning business planning.
  • Logistics (Mentioned in 1.52% Job Postings): In a general business sense, logistics is the management of the flow of things between the point of origin and the point of consumption to meet the requirements of customers or corporations.
  • Grant Writing (Mentioned in 1.18% Job Postings): Grant writing is the practice of completing an application process for a financial grant provided by an institution such as a government department, corporation, foundation, or trust. Such application processes are often referred to as either a grant proposal or a grant submission. Successful grant writing requires a clear understanding of grantsmanship. While the principles and fundamentals of grantsmanship apply broadly, it is important to know the target and to be able to tune the language appropriately. Understanding the creation process of a grant proposal is a big part of the success in grant writing. The basic parts to the proposal creation process include: Analyzing the intended audience for the proposal Analyzing the purpose of the proposal Gathering information about the subject of the proposal Choosing the appropriate type of proposal (in this case, a grant proposal) Writing the proposal Formatting the proposal Revising, editing, and proofreading the proposal Submitting the proposal
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Skills Demand Percentage
Planning 4.52%
Logistics 1.52%
Grant Writing 1.18%
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 Program Development Coordinator's salary.
  • Insight: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Corporate Development: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Business Development: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Insight
$57,604
15%
Corporate Development
$57,103
14%
Business Development
$56,101
12%
Event Planning
$55,600
11%
Project Management
$55,099
10%
Donor Relations
$54,598
9%
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How Education impacts a Program Development Coordinator's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Program Development Coordinators enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Program Development Coordinator with a Associate's Degree is between $49,410 and $51,941).

Program Development Coordinator Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Program Development Coordinator
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.1%
High School 4.9%
Associates 4.5%
Bachelors 63.9%
Masters 25.6%
Doctorate 1.0%
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Program Development Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Program Development 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 January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Program Development Coordinator

Salaries for a Program Development Coordinator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $50,643 in 2023 to around $50,084 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Program Development Coordinator salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Program Development Coordinator Over Time

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2023
$50,643
2024
$50,744
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$50,084
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2024 $50,744
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