As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Research Project Coordinator in Austin, TX is $63,911, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,229 weekly, or $5,326 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 Austin, TX vary widely, spanning from $51,804 to $72,236. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($57,574) and 75th percentile ($68,268), while top earners (90th percentile) make $72,236 per year. This $10,694 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, Austin Research Project Coordinator often earn 1.5% lower than national averages. However, Austin currently ranks 383 statewide for Research Project Coordinator job salary. 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 $51,804 Austin, TX June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Research Project Coordinator Salary $57,574 Austin, TX June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Research Project Coordinator Salary $63,911 Austin, TX June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Research Project Coordinator Salary $68,268 Austin, TX June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Research Project Coordinator Salary $72,236 Austin, TX June 01, 2026
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