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Clinical Research Coordinator Salary in California

Detailed compensation breakdown, percentiles, and market demand for Clinical Research Coordinator in California.

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Demand: +33% (High Demand)
$107,500
/ year (Median Base Pay)
💵 Hourly Equivalent: $51.69/hr
📊 80% Range: $77,500 – $150,000
📍 Regional Multiplier: +25% vs National Baseline
10th % Entry $77,500
25th % Junior $92,500
50th % Median $107,500
75th % Senior $128,750
90th % Top 10% $150,000
Base Annual Salary $107,500
Target Annual Bonus $12,900
Annual Stock / Equity $23,650
Total Compensation (TC) $144,050
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Salary Progression by Experience Level in California

Estimated pay progression across career stages for Clinical Research Coordinator

Entry-Level (0 - 2 yrs)

Junior Clinical Research Coordinator

Recent graduates and early career entrants.

Median Pay
$77,500
Mid-Level (2 - 5 yrs)

Clinical Research Coordinator

Autonomous execution and domain proficiency.

Median Pay
$107,500
Senior (5 - 8 yrs)

Senior Clinical Research Coordinator

System architecture, mentorship, and project leadership.

Median Pay
$128,750
Lead / Principal (8+ yrs)

Staff / Principal

Strategic direction and cross-functional technical decisions.

Median Pay
$150,000

Clinical Research Coordinator Salary in Other US Locations

Compare regional earnings and cost-of-living adjustments

San Francisco, CA

COL Index: 179.5%
$118,680

San Jose, CA

COL Index: 174.2%
$116,960

New York, NY

COL Index: 186%
$115,240

Seattle, WA

COL Index: 148%
$110,080

Hawaii

COL Index: 179%
$110,080

Oakland, CA

COL Index: 155%
$110,080

Boston, MA

COL Index: 149%
$107,500

California

COL Index: 142%
$107,500

Role Profile & Career Requirements

A Clinical Research Coordinator leads technical design, operational execution, and industry best practices in their specialized sector. High demand and strong compensation growth projected through 2026-2032.

Required Education
Bachelor's, Master's, or Industry Professional License
Experience Benchmark
2-6 years
10-Year Projected Growth
+33% (High Demand)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Clinical Research Coordinator make in California?

The median annual salary for a Clinical Research Coordinator in California is $107,500, with entry-level professionals earning around $77,500 and top 10% senior specialists earning up to $150,000.

What is the average hourly rate for a Clinical Research Coordinator in California?

On average, a Clinical Research Coordinator in California makes approximately $51.69 per hour based on a standard 2,080-hour work year.

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