Clinical Research Coordinators Salary in California
In California, clinical research coordinators earn a median of $204,100 per year.
Median (California)
$204,100
Bottom 10%
$121,420
Top 10%
$239,200+
Employed in California
14,120
How California compares
Refit analysis ·In California, clinical research coordinators earn a median of $204,100 — 27% above the national median of $161,180. Locally the range runs $121,420 to $239,200+. About 14,120 people hold this role in the state.
Refit analysis ·California ranks #2 of 50 states for clinical research coordinators pay — roughly the 98th percentile among states. That trails the top-paying state (Massachusetts, $218,800) by 7%. State employment of about 14,120 also shapes how competitive local openings are.
National benchmark
US median
$161,180
US bottom 10%
$79,830
US top 10%
$239,200+
Skills that move pay in this role
- Reading Comprehension
- Active Listening
- Writing
- Speaking
- Critical Thinking
- Monitoring
- Active Learning
- Learning Strategies
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