Alumni Communications Coordinator Salary in California

How much does an Alumni Communications Coordinator make in California? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Alumni Communications Coordinator in California is $66,476 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, an Alumni Communications Coordinator's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,981
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,582 to $72,499
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,395

Key Factors That Influence Alumni Communications Coordinator Salaries

An Alumni Communications 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.

How Experience Level Affects Alumni Communications Coordinator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Alumni Communications 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): $65,222
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $73,981
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $101,128
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $124,783
  • Expert (over 8 years): $124,457
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Alumni Communications Coordinator less than 1 year $65,222
Social Media Communications Specialist II 1-2 years $73,981
Social Media Communications Specialist III 2-4 years $101,128
Social Media Communications Specialist IV 5-8 years $124,783
Social Media Communications Manager over 8 years $124,457

Top Paying Cities for Alumni Communications Coordinator

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:

  • Los Angeles: $66,591
  • West Hollywood: $66,543
  • Dodgertown: $66,590

Alumni Communications Coordinator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Alumni Communications Coordinator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 90% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Alumni Communications Coordinator positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Alumni Communications Coordinator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Alumni Communications Coordinator

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services $93,067 $45.0 40%
Internet $86,419 $42.0 30%
Biotechnology $83,096 $40.0 25%
Pharmaceuticals $79,772 $38.0 20%
Aerospace & Defense $76,448 $37.0 15%

Alumni Communications Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Alumni Communications 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.

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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$58,582
Average $66,476/year
$72,499
$4,882
Average $5,540/month
$6,042
$1,127
Average $1,278/week
$1,394
$28
Average $32/hour
$35
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $72,499 $6,042 $1,394 $35
Average $66,476 $5,540 $1,278 $32
25th Percentile $58,582 $4,882 $1,127 $28

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