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Clinical Research Coordinator Salary in San Francisco, CA

Detailed compensation breakdown, percentiles, and market demand for Clinical Research Coordinator in San Francisco, CA.

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Demand: +33% (High Demand)
$118,680
/ year (Median Base Pay)
💵 Hourly Equivalent: $57.06/hr
📊 80% Range: $85,560 – $165,600
📍 Regional Multiplier: +38% vs National Baseline
10th % Entry $85,560
25th % Junior $102,120
50th % Median $118,680
75th % Senior $142,140
90th % Top 10% $165,600
Base Annual Salary $118,680
Target Annual Bonus $14,242
Annual Stock / Equity $26,110
Total Compensation (TC) $159,031
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Salary Progression by Experience Level in San Francisco, CA

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
$85,560
Mid-Level (2 - 5 yrs)

Clinical Research Coordinator

Autonomous execution and domain proficiency.

Median Pay
$118,680
Senior (5 - 8 yrs)

Senior Clinical Research Coordinator

System architecture, mentorship, and project leadership.

Median Pay
$142,140
Lead / Principal (8+ yrs)

Staff / Principal

Strategic direction and cross-functional technical decisions.

Median Pay
$165,600

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 San Francisco, CA?

The median annual salary for a Clinical Research Coordinator in San Francisco, CA is $118,680, with entry-level professionals earning around $85,560 and top 10% senior specialists earning up to $165,600.

What is the average hourly rate for a Clinical Research Coordinator in San Francisco, CA?

On average, a Clinical Research Coordinator in San Francisco, CA makes approximately $57.06 per hour based on a standard 2,080-hour work year.

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