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The average salary for an Activity Coordinator is approximately $35,309 annually, translating to about $17 per hour. This compensation can vary significantly based on factors such as location, years of experience, and the specific industry. For instance, Activity Coordinators in educational settings often earn differently than those in healthcare or recreational facilities.
In states like California and New York, Activity Coordinators may see higher salaries, often exceeding the national average due to the cost of living and demand for services. Understanding these geographical differences is key for job seekers aiming to maximize their earning potential.
Those with experience in event planning or related fields may find better salary offers, especially in metropolitan areas. Furthermore, advancing into managerial roles can lead to even higher compensation. As the demand for organized activities continues to grow, so do the opportunities for Activity Coordinators.
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The highest-paying states for activity coordinators are Mississippi, Nebraska, and Wyoming. The lowest average activity coordinator salary states are Iowa, Kansas, and Virginia.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wyoming | $46,934 | $22.56 |
| 2 | West Virginia | $45,547 | $21.90 |
| 3 | Mississippi | $52,485 | $25.23 |
| 4 | South Dakota | $39,419 | $18.95 |
| 5 | North Dakota | $38,559 | $18.54 |
| 6 | Nebraska | $51,880 | $24.94 |
| 7 | California | $46,693 | $22.45 |
| 8 | Nevada | $38,650 | $18.58 |
| 9 | Massachusetts | $39,980 | $19.22 |
| 10 | District of Columbia | $48,940 | $23.53 |
| 11 | Colorado | $40,913 | $19.67 |
| 12 | Vermont | $37,391 | $17.98 |
| 13 | Wisconsin | $38,744 | $18.63 |
| 14 | Rhode Island | $37,024 | $17.80 |
| 15 | Hawaii | $40,531 | $19.49 |
| 16 | Delaware | $37,525 | $18.04 |
| 17 | Oregon | $42,932 | $20.64 |
| 18 | Washington | $42,871 | $20.61 |
| 19 | Arizona | $38,258 | $18.39 |
| 20 | Montana | $37,441 | $18.00 |
| 21 | North Carolina | $37,019 | $17.80 |
| 22 | Idaho | $35,415 | $17.03 |
| 23 | New Hampshire | $35,680 | $17.15 |
| 24 | Minnesota | $37,839 | $18.19 |
| 25 | Connecticut | $36,474 | $17.54 |
| 26 | Tennessee | $34,395 | $16.54 |
| 27 | Michigan | $36,822 | $17.70 |
| 28 | Maine | $34,022 | $16.36 |
| 29 | Florida | $35,264 | $16.95 |
| 30 | Kentucky | $35,069 | $16.86 |
| 31 | Oklahoma | $32,466 | $15.61 |
| 32 | Missouri | $35,543 | $17.09 |
| 33 | Pennsylvania | $33,528 | $16.12 |
| 34 | South Carolina | $34,409 | $16.54 |
| 35 | New York | $35,117 | $16.88 |
| 36 | Alabama | $31,692 | $15.24 |
| 37 | New Mexico | $31,405 | $15.10 |
| 38 | Ohio | $32,654 | $15.70 |
| 39 | Indiana | $31,643 | $15.21 |
| 40 | Maryland | $33,342 | $16.03 |
| 41 | Texas | $33,878 | $16.29 |
| 42 | New Jersey | $33,852 | $16.27 |
| 43 | Georgia | $33,017 | $15.87 |
| 44 | Alaska | $32,647 | $15.70 |
| 45 | Illinois | $32,378 | $15.57 |
| 46 | Kansas | $30,526 | $14.68 |
| 47 | Virginia | $30,293 | $14.56 |
| 48 | Iowa | $30,793 | $14.80 |
| 49 | Arkansas | $28,829 | $13.86 |
| 50 | Utah | $28,812 | $13.85 |
| 51 | Louisiana | $26,635 | $12.81 |
The highest-paying cities for activity coordinators are Washington, DC, San Francisco, CA, and Salem, OR.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington, DC | $49,008 | $23.56 |
| 2 | San Francisco, CA | $47,398 | $22.79 |
| 3 | Salem, OR | $42,954 | $20.65 |
| 4 | Seattle, WA | $42,944 | $20.65 |
| 5 | Boulder, CO | $40,881 | $19.65 |
| 6 | Boston, MA | $39,983 | $19.22 |
| 7 | Madison, WI | $38,715 | $18.61 |
| 8 | Las Vegas, NV | $38,614 | $18.56 |
| 9 | Tempe, AZ | $38,314 | $18.42 |
| 10 | Saint Paul, MN | $37,837 | $18.19 |
| 11 | Charlotte, NC | $36,881 | $17.73 |
| 12 | Springfield, MO | $35,590 | $17.11 |
| 13 | Sarasota, FL | $35,393 | $17.02 |
| 14 | New York, NY | $35,160 | $16.90 |
| 15 | El Paso, TX | $34,831 | $16.75 |
| 16 | Memphis, TN | $34,558 | $16.61 |
| 17 | Baltimore, MD | $33,413 | $16.06 |
| 18 | Pittsburgh, PA | $33,259 | $15.99 |
| 19 | Cleveland, OH | $32,904 | $15.82 |
| 20 | Rockford, IL | $32,390 | $15.57 |
An activity coordinator's salary ranges from $28,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $44,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $44,000 | $3,667 | $21 |
| 75th Percentile | $39,000 | $3,250 | $19 |
| Average | $35,309 | $2,942 | $17 |
| 25th Percentile | $31,000 | $2,583 | $15 |
| 10th Percentile | $28,000 | $2,333 | $13 |
The highest paying types of activity coordinators are senior counselor, program lead, and group leader.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group Leader | $100,480 | $8,373 | $48.31 | 56,173 |
| Program Lead | $100,727 | $8,394 | $48.43 | 61,632 |
| Concierge | $33,667 | $2,806 | $16.19 | 6,922 |
| Orientation Leader | $33,848 | $2,821 | $16.27 | 32,073 |
| Summer Camp Counselor | $25,618 | $2,135 | $12.32 | 31,954 |
| Site Leader | $64,886 | $5,407 | $31.20 | 56,932 |
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Activity coordinator salaries at Medical University of South Carolina and City of Jacksonville are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average activity coordinator salary at companies like Syracuse University and University of Wisconsin System are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Medical University of South Carolina | $48,825 | $23.47 |
| 2 | City of Jacksonville | $46,070 | $22.15 |
| 3 | Syracuse University | $46,036 | $22.13 |
| 4 | University of Wisconsin System | $41,393 | $19.90 |
| 5 | Jennings | $41,085 | $19.75 |
| 6 | University of Alaska | $40,883 | $19.66 |
| 7 | University of Pennsylvania | $40,697 | $19.57 |
| 8 | Lifespan | $40,210 | $19.33 |
| 9 | NC.gov | $40,204 | $19.33 |
| 10 | Waters | $40,009 | $19.24 |
| 11 | J.F. Shea Co | $39,642 | $19.06 |
| 12 | Essence Global | $39,597 | $19.04 |
| 13 | SunPower | $39,588 | $19.03 |
| 14 | Shriners Hospitals for Children | $39,458 | $18.97 |
| 15 | Sutter Health | $39,243 | $18.87 |
| 16 | Pine Street Inn | $38,803 | $18.66 |
| 17 | Erickson Senior Living | $38,738 | $18.62 |
| 18 | Transforming Age | $38,302 | $18.41 |
| 19 | AltaMed Health Services | $38,285 | $18.41 |
| 20 | The Home For Little Wanderers | $38,283 | $18.41 |
The average activity coordinator salary varies across industries:
| Rank | Industry | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Government | $38,943 | $18.72 |
| 2 | Manufacturing | $36,795 | $17.69 |
| 3 | Education | $36,271 | $17.44 |
| 4 | Professional | $35,623 | $17.13 |
| 5 | Hospitality | $35,091 | $16.87 |
| 6 | Health Care | $34,798 | $16.73 |
| 7 | Non Profits | $33,194 | $15.96 |
The average activity coordinator salary has risen by $7,834 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average activity coordinator earned $27,475 annually, but today, they earn $35,309 a year. That works out to a 19% change in pay for activity coordinators over the last decade.
Compare activity coordinator salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare activity coordinator salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $35,300 | $16.98 | +7.3% |
| 2024 | $32,700 | $15.73 | +4.9% |
| 2023 | $31,100 | $14.96 | +2.1% |
| 2022 | $30,500 | $14.65 | +2.7% |
| 2021 | $29,600 | $14.25 | +2.3% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcadia Family of Companies | Administrative/Activities Coordinator | Urban Honolulu, HI | 06/29/2025 | $40,008 |
| Searhc | Activities Coordinator-Long Term Care | Sitka, AK | 06/29/2025 | $52,175 |
| Broward County Public Schools | Instr Program Activity Coordinator-Heron Heights Elementary Job Details | Broward County Public SC | Parkland, FL | 06/29/2025 | $48,001 |
| Guardian Management | Activities Coordinator and Cook | Sequim, WA | 06/28/2025 | $41,740 |
| Atlantic Shores | Activities Coordinator | Virginia Beach, VA | 06/28/2025 | $35,479 |
| Humangood | Activity Coordinator | Phoenix, AZ | 06/28/2025 | $42,053 |
| Human Good | Activity Coordinator | Phoenix, AZ | 06/28/2025 | $42,053 |
| MBK Real Estate | Memory Care Activities Coordinator | Colorado Springs, CO | 06/27/2025 | $35,479 |
| Martha & Mary Health Services | Activities Coordinator-Health Services | Poulsbo, WA | 06/27/2025 | $38,088 |
| Hilton Worldwide | Activities Coordinator-Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort | Urban Honolulu, HI | 06/26/2025 | $35,479 |
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