Category Coordinator Salary in the United States

How much does a Category Coordinator make in the United States?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Category Coordinator in the United States is $83,555 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $92,308
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $78,785 to $88,137
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,443
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Category Coordinator Salaries by Percentile

Annual
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Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $88,137 $7,345 $1,695 $42
Average $83,555 $6,963 $1,607 $40
25th Percentile $78,785 $6,565 $1,515 $38
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Key Factors That Influence Category Coordinator Salaries

A Category 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 Category Coordinator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Category 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): $67,978
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $83,701
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $98,337
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $130,580
  • Expert (over 8 years): $166,293
Levels Salary
Category ... Level Category Coordinator$67,978
Category ... Level Category Coordinator$83,701
Category ... Level Category Coordinator$98,337
Category ... Level Category Coordinator$130,580
Category ... Level Category Coordinator$166,293
$67,978 0 yr
$83,701 < 2 yrs
$98,337 2-4 yrs
$130,580 5-8 yrs
$166,293 > 8 yrs
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How Do Category Coordinator Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Category Coordinators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $92,512.
  • California: $92,161.
  • Massachusetts: $90,933.

Top Paying Cities for Category Coordinators

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: $105,388
  • San Francisco: $104,352
  • Oakland: $102,037

What Skills Can Increase a Category Coordinator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 11.57% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • PowerPoint (Mentioned in 1.89% Job Postings): A computer software created by Microsoft which allows the user to create slides with recordings, narrations, transitions and other features in order to present information.
  • Business Administration (Mentioned in 1.21% Job Postings): It is the management of all aspects of a business's performance, decisions, and organization. It includes the day to day operations, aspects including finances and human resources, and ensures the company stays aligned to the goal or mission.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 11.57%
PowerPoint 1.89%
Business Administration 1.21%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Category Coordinator's salary.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Innovation: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Insight: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Collaboration
$87,733
5%
Innovation
$86,897
4%
Insight
$86,061
3%
Project Management
$86,061
3%
Leadership
$86,061
3%
Category Management
$86,061
3%
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Category Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Category 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.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

Salary Trends for Category Coordinator

Salaries for a Category Coordinator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $73,827 in 2023 to around $73,632 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Category Coordinator salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Category Coordinator Over Time

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