Project Management Specialists Salary (2025)
Based on 1,066,670 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $61,580 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $78,440 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $102,320 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $133,100 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $167,970 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$62K
25th
$78K
Median
$102K
75th
$133K
90th
$168K
Highest Paying States for Project Management Specialists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| New Jersey | $127,900 |
| Washington | $127,580 |
| New York | $126,260 |
| California | $124,430 |
| Virginia | $123,390 |
| Massachusetts | $120,970 |
| Delaware | $120,830 |
| District of Columbia | $119,530 |
| Colorado | $118,680 |
| New Mexico | $117,000 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Project Management Specialists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is New Jersey at an average of $127,900 per year, while New Mexico has an average of $117,000 — a difference of $10,900. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Project Management Specialists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 1,066,670 workers were employed as Project Management Specialistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Business and Financial Operations Occupations. The annual mean wage of $110,740 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 13-1082