What is the average hourly wage for Project Management Specialists?

The median hourly wage for Project Management Specialists is $45.85 per hour. This translates to approximately $95,370 per year working full-time.

What states pay Project Management Specialists the most?

Salaries for Project Management Specialists vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a project management specialist?

Typical education required: Bachelor's degree.

Project Management Specialists Salary

Name: Project Management Specialists Salary Data
Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
License: https://www.bls.gov/bls/linksite.htm

Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$95,370

$45.85 / hour

▲ 7% (Faster than average)

Salary Range

$50,546 - $164,036

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

978,360

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Project Management Specialists Salary by Percentile

$50,546 $164,036

10th pct Median: $95,370 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$50,546	$24.30
25th Percentile	$68,666	$33.01
50th (Median)	$95,370	$45.85
75th Percentile	$131,611	$63.27
90th (Top Earners)	$164,036	$78.86
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Project Management Specialists

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$125,888	$60.52
2	California (CA)	$119,213	$57.31
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$116,351	$55.94
4	New York (NY)	$116,351	$55.94
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$114,444	$55.02
6	Connecticut (CT)	$112,537	$54.10
7	Maryland (MD)	$112,537	$54.10
8	Hawaii (HI)	$109,675	$52.73
9	Alaska (AK)	$106,814	$51.35
10	Washington (WA)	$106,814	$51.35
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Project Management Specialists

Project Management Specialists work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the business finance sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Job Outlook for Project Management Specialists

Projected Growth

+7%

2022-2032

▲ 7% (Faster than average)

Annual Job Openings

980,200

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Project Management Specialists make?

The median annual salary for Project Management Specialists is $95,370 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $50,546, while the top 10% earn $164,036 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Project Management Specialists?

Project Management Specialists earn a median hourly wage of $45.85 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $95,370 annually.

Is Project Management Specialists a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $95,370, Project Management Specialists earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Faster than average (7% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Project Management Specialists need?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.