As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Research Project Coordinator in District of Columbia is $71,473, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,374 weekly, or $5,956 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 District of Columbia vary widely, spanning from $57,995 to $80,830. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($64,418) and 75th percentile ($76,371), while top earners (90th percentile) make $80,830 per year. This $11,953 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% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 51 companies. However, District of Columbia currently ranks 1 nationwide 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 $57,995 DC July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Research Project Coordinator Salary $64,418 DC July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Research Project Coordinator Salary $71,473 DC July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Research Project Coordinator Salary $76,371 DC July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Research Project Coordinator Salary $80,830 DC July 01, 2026
25% $64,418 10% $57,995 90% $80,830 75% $76,371 $71,473 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location Naval Anacost Annex, DC Avg. Salary $75,620 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Parcel Return Service, DC Avg. Salary $75,623 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Washington, DC Avg. Salary $75,624 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Washington Navy Yard, DC Avg. Salary $75,623 Date Updated July 01, 2026
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