Research Operations Coordinator Salary in the United States

How much does a Research Operations Coordinator make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Research Operations Coordinator in the United States is $86,877 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

However, a Research Operations Coordinator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $102,912
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $79,701 to $95,270
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $73,167
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Research Operations Coordinator Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $95,270 $7,939 $1,832 $46
Average $86,877 $7,240 $1,671 $42
25th Percentile $79,701 $6,642 $1,533 $38
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Key Factors That Influence Research Operations Coordinator Salaries

A Research Operations 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Research Operations Coordinator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Research Operations 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $69,614
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $86,259
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $99,344
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $114,131
  • Expert (over 8 years): $133,648
Levels Salary
Operation... Level Research Operations Coordinator$69,614
Research ... Level Research Operations Coordinator$86,259
Operation... Level Research Operations Coordinator$99,344
Operation... Level Research Operations Coordinator$114,131
Operation... Level Research Operations Coordinator$133,648
$69,614 0 yr
$86,259 < 2 yrs
$99,344 2-4 yrs
$114,131 5-8 yrs
$133,648 > 8 yrs
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How Do Research Operations 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 Research Operations Coordinators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $96,190.
  • California: $95,825.
  • Massachusetts: $94,548.

Top Paying Cities for Research Operations 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:

  • San Jose: $109,577
  • San Francisco: $108,378
  • Oakland: $106,094

What Skills Can Increase a Research Operations Coordinator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 19.57% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Market Research (Mentioned in 2.04% Job Postings): Market research is an organized effort to gather information about target markets or customers. It is a very important component of business strategy. The term is commonly interchanged with marketing research; however, expert practitioners may wish to draw a distinction, in that marketing research is concerned specifically about marketing processes, while market research is concerned specifically with markets. Market research is one of the main factors used in maintaining competitiveness over competitors. Market research provides important information which helps to identify and analyze the needs of the market, the market size and the competition. Market-research techniques encompass both qualitative techniques such as focus groups, in-depth interviews, and ethnography, as well as quantitative techniques such as customer surveys, and analysis of secondary data. Market research, which includes social and opinion research, is the systematic gathering and interpretation of information about individuals or organizations using statistical and analytical methods and techniques of the applied social sciences to gain insight or support decision making.
  • SQL (Mentioned in 1.2% Job Postings): Structured Query Language) is a domain-specific language used in programming and designed for managing data held in a relational database management system (RDBMS), or for stream processing in a relational data stream management system (RDSMS).
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 19.57%
Market Research 2.04%
SQL 1.2%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Research Operations Coordinator's salary.
  • Market Research: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Business Development: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Data Science: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Market Research
$93,827
8%
Business Development
$93,827
8%
Data Science
$92,958
7%
Diversity and Inclusion
$92,958
7%
Consulting
$92,089
6%
Coordination
$92,089
6%
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Research Operations Coordinator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Research Operations Coordinator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Research Operations Coordinator positions in Aerospace & Defense or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Research Operations Coordinator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Research Operations Coordinator

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$95,564$46.010%

How Education impacts a Research Operations Coordinator's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Research Operations Coordinators enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Research Operations Coordinator with a Bachelor's Degree is between $71,928 and $77,072).

Research Operations Coordinator Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Research Operations Coordinator
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 6.2%
High School 6.2%
Associates 4.0%
Bachelors 31.6%
Masters 46.9%
Doctorate 11.3%
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Research Operations Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Research Operations 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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Research Operations Coordinator

Salaries for a Research Operations Coordinator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $82,785 in 2023 to around $82,884 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Research Operations Coordinator salary trends, .

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Research Operations Coordinator

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Research Operations Coordinator?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Research Operations Coordinator roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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