Assistant Manager/Event Coordinator Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Manager/Event Coordinator make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Manager/Event Coordinator in the United States is $109,067 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

However, an Assistant Manager/Event Coordinator's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $141,730
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $100,918 to $126,164
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $93,499

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Manager/Event Coordinator Salaries

An Assistant Manager/Event 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Manager/Event Coordinator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Manager/Event 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): $108,917
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $91,870
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,505
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $126,018
  • Expert (over 8 years): $170,855
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Meeting/Event Planner IV less than 1 year $108,917
Meeting/Event Supervisor 1-2 years $91,870
Assistant Manager/Event Coordinator 2-4 years $105,505
Meeting/Event Senior Manager 5-8 years $126,018
Meeting/Event Director over 8 years $170,855

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Manager/Event 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:

  • San Jose: $137,566
  • San Francisco: $136,060
  • Oakland: $133,193

Assistant Manager/Event Coordinator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Manager/Event Coordinator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 60% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Manager/Event Coordinator positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Manager/Event Coordinator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Manager/Event Coordinator

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking $174,507 $84.0 60%
Pharmaceuticals $163,601 $79.0 50%
Financial Services $152,694 $73.0 40%
Internet $147,240 $71.0 35%
Biotechnology $141,787 $68.0 30%

How Education impacts an Assistant Manager/Event Coordinator's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Manager/Event Coordinator professionals enter the field with a high school degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Assistant Manager/Event Coordinator with a high school is between $105,626 and $113,104.

Assistant Manager/Event Coordinator Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Manager/Event Coordinator
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 0.4%
High School 8.8%
Associate's Degree 6.5%
Bachelor's Degree 69.6%
Master's Degree or MBA 14.3%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0.4%

Assistant Manager/Event Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Manager/Event 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.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
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Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$100,918
Average $109,067/year
$126,164
$8,410
Average $9,089/month
$10,514
$1,941
Average $2,097/week
$2,426
$49
Average $52/hour
$61
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $126,164 $10,514 $2,426 $61
Average $109,067 $9,089 $2,097 $52
25th Percentile $100,918 $8,410 $1,941 $49

Most common benefits for Assistant Manager/Event Coordinator

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Assistant Manager/Event Coordinator

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FAQ about Assistant Manager/Event Coordinator

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Manager/Event Coordinator?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Manager/Event Coordinator roles, with salaries approximately 60% above the market median.

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