Artist Development Coordinator Salary in California

How much does an Artist Development Coordinator make in California? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Artist Development Coordinator in California is $64,966 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,576
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $60,120 to $73,660
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $55,708

Key Factors That Influence Artist Development Coordinator Salaries

An Artist Development 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 Artist Development Coordinator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Artist Development 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): $62,845
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $63,397
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $65,208
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $65,570
  • Expert (over 8 years): $65,812
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Artist Development Coordinator less than 1 year $62,845
Early Career Level Artist Development Coordinator 1-2 years $63,397
Mid-Level Level Artist Development Coordinator 2-4 years $65,208
Senior-Level Level Artist Development Coordinator 5-8 years $65,570
Expert Level Artist Development Coordinator over 8 years $65,812

Top Paying Cities for Artist Development 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: $65,078
  • West Hollywood: $65,031
  • Dodgertown: $65,078

Artist Development Coordinator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Artist Development Coordinator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Artist Development Coordinator positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Artist Development Coordinator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Artist Development Coordinator

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking $81,208 $39.0 25%
Financial Services $77,960 $37.0 20%
Internet $74,711 $36.0 15%
Biotechnology $71,463 $34.0 10%
Healthcare $71,463 $34.0 10%

Artist Development Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Artist Development 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
$60,120
Average $64,966/year
$73,660
$5,010
Average $5,414/month
$6,138
$1,156
Average $1,249/week
$1,417
$29
Average $31/hour
$35
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $73,660 $6,138 $1,417 $35
Average $64,966 $5,414 $1,249 $31
25th Percentile $60,120 $5,010 $1,156 $29

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