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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Technology Project Manager III in California is $133,150 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $64.
However, a Technology Project Manager III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
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| 75th Percentile | $142,240 | $11,853 | $2,735 | $68 |
| Average | $133,150 | $11,096 | $2,561 | $64 |
| 25th Percentile | $120,050 | $10,004 | $2,309 | $58 |
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A Technology Project Manager III's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Technology Project Manager III's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Job Role | Years of Experience | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Project Manager - Entry - IT | 0-2 years | $91,311 |
| Project Manager - Experienced - IT | 2-4 years | $109,061 |
| Technology Project Manager III | 4-7 years | $133,150 |
| Technology Project Manager IV | 7+ years | $155,049 |
| Technology Project Manager V | 7-10 years | $172,519 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Technology Project Manager IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
Technology Project Manager III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $149,054. While startup companies pay approximate $126,096.
| Company Size | Employees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | 1~50 | $126,096 |
| Growth Stage | 51~500 | $133,361 |
| Established | 501~5000 | $143,938 |
| Enterprise | 5000+ | $149,054 |
For Technology Project Manager III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Construction and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Technology Project Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Biotechnology typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Technology Project Manager III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction | $173,095 | $83.0 | 30% |
| Aerospace & Defense | $159,780 | $77.0 | 20% |
| Healthcare | $153,122 | $74.0 | 15% |
| Business Services | $146,465 | $70.0 | 10% |
| Energy & Utilities | $139,808 | $67.0 | 5% |
Understanding how a Technology Project Manager III's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $142,240 | $11,853 | $2,735 | $68 |
| Average | $133,150 | $11,096 | $2,561 | $64 |
| 25th Percentile | $120,050 | $10,004 | $2,309 | $58 |
For a Technology Project Manager III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Technology Project Manager IV role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $155,100 - a projected growth of 16% over your current level.
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