According to data from Salary.com in January 2007, the national average base salary for an event planner falls between $45,000 and $63,000 per year.
- 10th percentile: $39,064
- 25th percentile: $45,036
- 75th percentile: $63,193
- 90th percentile: $73,752
With benefits, including bonus (average 1%), social security, retirement, disability, healthcare, pension, and time off, the total average compensation is $72,464.
Salary.com profiles the responsibilities to include all aspects of planning a meeting or special event for an organization, including amenities, accomodations, and negotiations. This role may require a bachelor's degree and two-four years of experience in the field or in a related area.
Event planners rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, they perform a variety of tasks, and work under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.
