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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Quality Coordinator in California is $82,866 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.
However, a Quality Coordinator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Quality Coordinator Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $89,012 | $7,418 | $1,712 | $43 |
| Average | $82,866 | $6,906 | $1,594 | $40 |
| 25th Percentile | $75,904 | $6,325 | $1,460 | $36 |
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A Quality 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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Quality Coordinator's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Quality C... Level Quality Coordinator | $82,414 |
| Quality A... Level Quality Coordinator | $97,000 |
| Quality A... Level Quality Coordinator | $109,712 |
| Quality A... Level Quality Coordinator | $136,453 |
| Quality A... Level Quality Coordinator | $163,716 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Quality Coordinators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Quality Coordinator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 35% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Quality Coordinator positions in Telecom or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Quality Coordinator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Services | $99,439 | $48.0 | 20% |
| Pharmaceuticals | $99,439 | $48.0 | 20% |
| Biotechnology | $95,296 | $46.0 | 15% |
| Energy & Utilities | $91,153 | $44.0 | 10% |
| Aerospace & Defense | $87,009 | $42.0 | 5% |
Understanding how a Quality 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $89,012 | $7,418 | $1,712 | $43 |
| Average | $82,866 | $6,906 | $1,594 | $40 |
| 25th Percentile | $75,904 | $6,325 | $1,460 | $36 |
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