What are the main factors that influence an Economic Development Coordinator's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Economic Development Coordinator's salary?

An Economic Development Coordinator's salary grows with experience: a Economic Development Coordinator (0-2 years)earns $53,455, a Development and Donor Coordinator II (2-4 years)earns $65,430, a Development and Donor Coordinator III (4-7 years)earns $97,196,

What are the highest paying states for an Economic Development Coordinator?

Economic Development Coordinator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Economic Development Coordinator roles are District of Columbia $57,505, California $57,286, Massachusetts $56,523. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Economic Development Coordinator roles make?

Salaries for Economic Development Coordinator level roles vary by specialization: Economic Development Director: $113,897; Director Of Economic Development: $112,178; Economic Development Specialist: $96,272; Business /Economic Development Representative III: $93,100; Economic Development Manager: $80,867.

Economic Development Coordinator Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Economic Development Coordinator make in Rhode Island?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for an Economic Development Coordinator in Rhode Island is $53,848 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $64,055
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,587 to $59,191
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,797

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Economic Development Coordinator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,191	$4,933	$1,138	$28
Average	$53,848	$4,487	$1,036	$26
25th Percentile	$48,587	$4,049	$934	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Economic Development Coordinator Salaries

An Economic 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Economic 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 Economic Development Coordinators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $57,505.
California: $57,286.
Massachusetts: $56,523.

District of Columbia $57,505 California $57,286 Massachusetts $56,523 Washington $56,315 New Jersey $56,294 Alaska $56,222 Connecticut $55,505 New York $55,214

Hawaii $54,284 Rhode Island $53,848 Maryland $53,552 Minnesota $53,147 Colorado $52,991 Illinois $52,939 Oregon $52,742 Delaware $52,596

New Hampshire $52,505 Virginia $52,300 Pennsylvania $51,703 Nevada $51,402 North Dakota $51,303 Michigan $51,147 Wisconsin $51,090 Vermont $50,976

Texas $50,659 Maine $50,638 Arizona $50,607 Ohio $50,571 Georgia $50,093 Indiana $49,854 Wyoming $49,807 Utah $49,735

Iowa $49,704 Kansas $49,454 Louisiana $49,382 North Carolina $49,356 Missouri $49,345 Florida $49,143 Montana $49,034 Nebraska $48,930

Kentucky $48,873 South Carolina $48,665 Tennessee $48,535 Idaho $48,483 New Mexico $48,104 Oklahoma $48,021 Alabama $47,714 South Dakota $47,200

Arkansas $46,920 West Virginia $46,769 Mississippi $46,317

Top Paying Cities for Economic 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:

Adamsville: $54,521
Albion: $54,061
Ashaway: $54,418

Adamsville, RI $54,521 Albion, RI $54,061 Ashaway, RI $54,418 Barrington, RI $53,918 Block Island, RI $54,218 Bradford, RI $54,385 Bristol, RI $54,126 Carolina, RI $54,295

Charlestown, RI $54,315 Chepachet, RI $54,207 Clayville, RI $54,056 Coventry, RI $54,059 West Greenwich, RI $54,208 East Greenwich, RI $54,022 Exeter, RI $54,193 Fiskeville, RI $53,917

Forestdale, RI $54,333 Foster, RI $54,178 Glendale, RI $54,337 Greene, RI $54,250 Greenville, RI $53,938 Harmony, RI $54,008 Harrisville, RI $54,314 Hope, RI $53,951

Hope Valley, RI $54,370 Hopkinton, RI $54,442 Jamestown, RI $54,260 Kenyon, RI $54,289 Little Compton, RI $54,513 Manville, RI $54,132 Mapleville, RI $54,217 Newport, RI $54,315

Middletown, RI $54,338 North Kingstown, RI $54,115 North Scituate, RI $54,008 Oakland, RI $54,276 Pascoag, RI $54,349 Pawtucket, RI $53,838 Central Falls, RI $53,862 Cumberland, RI $54,168

Lincoln, RI $53,916 Portsmouth, RI $54,309 Prudence Island, RI $54,197 Rockville, RI $54,434 Saunderstown, RI $54,227 Shannock, RI $54,292 Slatersville, RI $54,333 Slocum, RI $54,226

Tiverton, RI $54,474 Wakefield, RI $54,274 Kingston, RI $54,253 Narragansett, RI $54,289 Peace Dale, RI $54,267 Warren, RI $54,057 Warwick, RI $53,907 Westerly, RI $54,431

West Kingston, RI $54,270 West Warwick, RI $53,973 Wood River Junction, RI $54,347 Woonsocket, RI $54,336 North Smithfield, RI $54,212 Wyoming, RI $54,292 Providence, RI $53,822 Cranston, RI $53,829

North Providence, RI $53,836 East Providence, RI $53,826 Riverside, RI $53,843 Rumford, RI $53,835 Smithfield, RI $53,944 Johnston, RI $53,854

Economic Development Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Economic 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 June 01, 2026

$48,587

Average $53,848/year

$59,191

$4,049

Average $4,487/month

$4,933

$934

Average $1,036/week

$1,138

$23

Average $26/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,191	$4,933	$1,138	$28
Average	$53,848	$4,487	$1,036	$26
25th Percentile	$48,587	$4,049	$934	$23

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