Project manager salary in United States

The average salary for a Project Manager is $99,632 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 47k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 17, 2026.

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Project Manager salaries typically range between a low of $64,283 and a high of $154,420 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Project Manager include Boston, MA at $118,194 per year, Seattle, WA at $114,970 per year, and Sacramento, CA at $114,682 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Project Manager include XYZ ($500,000 per year) and LA Fitness ($295,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Project Manager salary compares to related positions:

• Associate Project Manager: Average $81,124 per year
• Entry Level Project Manager: Average $83,963 per year
• Junior Project Manager: Average $77,187 per year
• Lead Project Manager: Average $116,288 per year
• Principal Project Manager: Average $145,370 per year
• Senior Project Manager: Average $130,289 per year