As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Research Project Coordinator in the US is $64,553, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,241 weekly, or $5,379 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Research Project Coordinator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Research Project Coordinator in the US vary widely, spanning from $52,380 to $73,004. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($58,181) and 75th percentile ($68,976), while top earners (90th percentile) make $73,004 per year. This $10,795 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Project Management or Scrum, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Research Project Coordinator often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 51 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Research Project Coordinator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Research Project Coordinator Salary $52,380 US July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Research Project Coordinator Salary $58,181 US July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Research Project Coordinator Salary $64,553 US July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Research Project Coordinator Salary $68,976 US July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Research Project Coordinator Salary $73,004 US July 01, 2026
25% $58,181 10% $52,380 90% $73,004 75% $68,976 $64,553 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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