Clinical Placement Coordinator Salary in California

How much does a Clinical Placement Coordinator make in California? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Clinical Placement Coordinator in California is $61,668 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, a Clinical Placement Coordinator's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $75,541
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,666 to $68,930
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,201

Key Factors That Influence Clinical Placement Coordinator Salaries

A Clinical Placement 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 Clinical Placement Coordinator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Clinical Placement 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): $56,674
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $57,132
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $60,357
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $63,988
  • Expert (over 8 years): $65,702
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Clinical Placement Coordinator less than 1 year $56,674
Early Career Level Clinical Placement Coordinator 1-2 years $57,132
Mid-Level Level Clinical Placement Coordinator 2-4 years $60,357
Senior-Level Level Clinical Placement Coordinator 5-8 years $63,988
Expert Level Clinical Placement Coordinator over 8 years $65,702

Top Paying Cities for Clinical Placement 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: $61,775
  • West Hollywood: $61,730
  • Dodgertown: $61,774

Clinical Placement Coordinator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Clinical Placement Coordinator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Clinical Placement Coordinator positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Clinical Placement Coordinator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Clinical Placement Coordinator

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology $77,085 $37.0 25%
Internet $74,002 $36.0 20%
Software & Networking $74,002 $36.0 20%
Energy & Utilities $70,919 $34.0 15%
Aerospace & Defense $67,835 $33.0 10%

Clinical Placement Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Clinical Placement 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
$55,666
Average $61,668/year
$68,930
$4,639
Average $5,139/month
$5,744
$1,070
Average $1,186/week
$1,326
$27
Average $30/hour
$33
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $68,930 $5,744 $1,326 $33
Average $61,668 $5,139 $1,186 $30
25th Percentile $55,666 $4,639 $1,070 $27

Find Your Next Clinical Placement Coordinator Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Clinical Placement Coordinator job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

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