How much does a Research Administrator make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Research Administrator in the United States is $71,336. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $63,210 to $80,745, with most professionals earning between $55,812 and $89,311.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Research Administrator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Research Administrator Salary $55,812 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Research Administrator Salary $63,210 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Research Administrator Salary $71,336 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Research Administrator Salary $80,745 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Research Administrator Salary $89,311 US April 01, 2025
25% $63,210 10% $55,812 90% $89,311 75% $80,745 $71,336 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Research Administrator

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Research and Development Associate II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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