What are the main factors that influence a Project Administrator I's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Project Administrator 's salary?

A Project Administrator 's salary grows with experience: a Project Administrator I (1-3 years)earns $67,932, a Project Administrator II (3-5 years)earns $77,441, a Project Management Supervisor (5+ years)earns $111,269, a Project Management Manager (5+ years)earns $148,784, a Project Management Director (5+ years)earns $173,398,

What are the highest paying states for a Project Administrator I?

Project Administrator I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Project Administrator I roles are District of Columbia $74,271, California $73,989, Massachusetts $73,003. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Project Administrator roles make?

Salaries for Project Administrator level roles vary by specialization: Website Administrator I: $102,990; Senior Project Administrator: $78,636; Project Administrator II: $76,470; Operating Systems Administrator I: $73,700; Systems Maintenance Administrator I: $73,690.

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Project Administrator I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Project Administrator I make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Administrator I in Delaware is $67,932 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

However, a Project Administrator I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $83,410
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $61,421 to $76,034
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $55,494

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Project Administrator I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,034	$6,336	$1,462	$37
Average	$67,932	$5,661	$1,306	$33
25th Percentile	$61,421	$5,118	$1,181	$30

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Key Factors That Influence Project Administrator I Salaries

A Project Administrator I'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.

How Experience Level Affects Project Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Project Administrator I'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:

Project Administrator I (1-3 years): $67,932
Project Administrator II (3-5 years): $77,441
Project Management Supervisor (5+ years): $111,269
Project Management Manager (5+ years): $148,784
Project Management Director (5+ years): $173,398

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Project Administrator I	1-3 years	$67,932
Project Administrator II	3-5 years	$77,441
Project Management Supervisor	5+ years	$111,269
Project Management Manager	5+ years	$148,784
Project Management Director	5+ years	$173,398

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How Do Project Administrator I Salaries Vary from State to State?

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 Project Administrator Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $74,271.
California: $73,989.
Massachusetts: $73,003.

District of Columbia $74,271 California $73,989 Massachusetts $73,003 Washington $72,735 New Jersey $72,708 Alaska $72,614 Connecticut $71,688 New York $71,313

Hawaii $70,112 Rhode Island $69,549 Maryland $69,166 Minnesota $68,643 Colorado $68,442 Illinois $68,375 Oregon $68,120 Delaware $67,932

New Hampshire $67,814 Virginia $67,550 Pennsylvania $66,778 Nevada $66,389 North Dakota $66,262 Michigan $66,060 Wisconsin $65,987 Vermont $65,839

Texas $65,430 Maine $65,403 Arizona $65,363 Ohio $65,316 Georgia $64,699 Indiana $64,390 Wyoming $64,330 Utah $64,236

Iowa $64,196 Kansas $63,874 Louisiana $63,780 North Carolina $63,746 Missouri $63,733 Florida $63,471 Montana $63,330 Nebraska $63,196

Kentucky $63,122 South Carolina $62,854 Tennessee $62,686 Idaho $62,619 New Mexico $62,129 Oklahoma $62,022 Alabama $61,626 South Dakota $60,962

Arkansas $60,600 West Virginia $60,406 Mississippi $59,822

Top Paying Cities for Project Administrator Is

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:

Lincoln: $70,307
Little Creek: $69,656
Magnolia: $69,944

Lincoln, DE $70,307 Little Creek, DE $69,656 Magnolia, DE $69,944 Milford, DE $70,307 Marydel, DE $69,394 Millsboro, DE $70,307 Millville, DE $70,776 Milton, DE $70,307

Nassau, DE $70,307 Ocean View, DE $70,776 Rehoboth Beach, DE $70,776 Seaford, DE $69,569 Selbyville, DE $70,776 Smyrna, DE $69,314 Viola, DE $69,944 Woodside, DE $69,743

Bear, DE $68,804 Newark, DE $68,831 Claymont, DE $68,884 Delaware City, DE $68,831 Hockessin, DE $68,884 Kirkwood, DE $68,831 Middletown, DE $69,173 Montchanin, DE $68,884

New Castle, DE $68,884 Odessa, DE $69,267 Port Penn, DE $68,643 Rockland, DE $68,884 Saint Georges, DE $68,831 Townsend, DE $69,166 Winterthur, DE $68,884 Lewes, DE $70,307

Wilmington, DE $68,884 Dover, DE $69,622 Dover Afb, DE $69,783 Bethany Beach, DE $70,776 Bethel, DE $69,569 Bridgeville, DE $70,307 Camden Wyoming, DE $69,696 Cheswold, DE $69,461

Clayton, DE $69,287 Dagsboro, DE $70,776 Delmar, DE $69,569 Ellendale, DE $70,307 Felton, DE $70,307 Fenwick Island, DE $70,776 Frankford, DE $70,776 Frederica, DE $70,307

Georgetown, DE $70,307 Greenwood, DE $70,307 Harbeson, DE $70,307 Harrington, DE $70,307 Hartly, DE $69,253 Houston, DE $70,307 Kenton, DE $69,287 Laurel, DE $69,569

Yorklyn, DE $68,884

Project Administrator I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Project Administrator I'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.

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$61,421

Average $67,932/year

$76,034

$5,118

Average $5,661/month

$6,336

$1,181

Average $1,306/week

$1,462

$30

Average $33/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,034	$6,336	$1,462	$37
Average	$67,932	$5,661	$1,306	$33
25th Percentile	$61,421	$5,118	$1,181	$30

Project Administrator I Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Project Administrator I, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Project Administrator I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
EHR Project Manager, Sr.	$133,474	96%
Manufacturing Project Management Manager	$135,550	100%
Engineering Program Management Supervisor	$125,834	85%
Project Administrator II	$77,441	14%

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