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Project Management Specialists Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Project Management Specialists make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$120,910
Median Annual Salary
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+8.6% vs 2024
$124,430
Mean Salary
$120,910
Median Salary
$58.13
Hourly Rate
114,380 people work as Project Management Specialists in California
Project Management Specialists salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Project Management Specialists in California earn a median salary of $120,910 per year ($10,075/month).
This is 22.5% above the national average of $98,716.
California ranks #5 out of 51 states for Project Management Specialists pay.
Approximately 114,380 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 8.6% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Project Management Specialists
Analyze and coordinate the schedule, timeline, procurement, staffing, and budget of a product or service on a per project basis. Lead and guide the work of technical staff. May serve as a point of contact for the client or customer.
Salary Range: Project Management Specialists in California
Salaries for Project Management Specialists in California range from $69,180 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $188,560 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $85,620 and $155,850.
How much do Project Management Specialists make in California?
The median annual salary for Project Management Specialists in California is $120,910 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $124,430.
What is the salary range for a Project Management Specialists in California?
Salaries for Project Management Specialists in California range from $69,180 at the 10th percentile to $188,560 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $85,620 and $155,850.
What is the starting salary for a Project Management Specialists in California?
Entry-level Project Management Specialists positions in California typically start around $69,180 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $85,620 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Project Management Specialists in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 114,380 people are employed as Project Management Specialists in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Project Management Specialists in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Project Management Specialists in California is approximately $58.13 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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