What are the main factors that influence a Project Management Associate's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Project Management Associate?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Project Management Associate roles, with salaries approximately 28% above the market median.

How does experience change A Project Management Associate's salary?

A Project Management Associate's salary grows with experience: a Project Manager IV (7+ years)earns $130,238, a Project Manager V (7-10 years)earns $153,592, a Project Management Supervisor (10+ years)earns $109,570, a Project Management Associate (10+ years)earns $146,577, a Project Management Director (10+ years)earns $170,842,

What are the highest paying states for a Project Management Associate?

Project Management Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Project Management Associate roles are District of Columbia $157,165, California $156,569, Massachusetts $154,482. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Project Management Associate roles make?

Salaries for Project Management Associate level roles vary by specialization: SVP of Project Management: $296,272; VP of Project Management: $250,453; Project Management Director: $209,333; Associate Director, Project Management: $176,100; Project Management: $169,468.

Project Management Associate Salary in Delaware

How much does a Project Management Associate make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Management Associate in Delaware is $143,751 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $173,526
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $130,183 to $159,336
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $117,829

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Project Management Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$159,336	$13,278	$3,064	$77
Average	$143,751	$11,979	$2,764	$69
25th Percentile	$130,183	$10,849	$2,504	$63

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Key Factors That Influence Project Management Associate Salaries

A Project Management Associate'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 Management Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Project Management Associate'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $130,238
Early Career (1-2 years): $153,592
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $109,570
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $146,577
Expert (over 8 years): $170,842

Levels	Salary
Project M... Level Project Management Associate	$130,238
Project M... Level Project Management Associate	$153,592
Project M... Level Project Management Associate	$109,570
Project M... Level Project Management Associate	$146,577
Project M... Level Project Management Associate	$170,842

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How Do Project Management Associate 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 Management Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $157,165.
California: $156,569.
Massachusetts: $154,482.

District of Columbia $157,165 California $156,569 Massachusetts $154,482 Washington $153,914 New Jersey $153,857 Alaska $153,659 Connecticut $151,700 New York $150,905

Hawaii $148,364 Rhode Island $147,172 Maryland $146,363 Minnesota $145,255 Colorado $144,830 Illinois $144,688 Oregon $144,148 Delaware $143,751

New Hampshire $143,501 Virginia $142,942 Pennsylvania $141,309 Nevada $140,486 North Dakota $140,216 Michigan $139,790 Wisconsin $139,634 Vermont $139,322

Texas $138,456 Maine $138,399 Arizona $138,314 Ohio $138,215 Georgia $136,909 Indiana $136,256 Wyoming $136,128 Utah $135,929

Iowa $135,844 Kansas $135,163 Louisiana $134,964 North Carolina $134,893 Missouri $134,865 Florida $134,311 Montana $134,013 Nebraska $133,729

Kentucky $133,573 South Carolina $133,005 Tennessee $132,650 Idaho $132,508 New Mexico $131,472 Oklahoma $131,245 Alabama $130,408 South Dakota $129,002

Arkansas $128,236 West Virginia $127,824 Mississippi $126,589

Top Paying Cities for Project Management Associates

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: $143,103
Little Creek: $144,151
Magnolia: $143,944

Lincoln, DE $143,103 Little Creek, DE $144,151 Magnolia, DE $143,944 Milford, DE $143,467 Marydel, DE $143,702 Millsboro, DE $142,503 Millville, DE $142,723 Milton, DE $142,970

Nassau, DE $143,074 Ocean View, DE $142,699 Rehoboth Beach, DE $142,973 Seaford, DE $143,054 Selbyville, DE $142,462 Smyrna, DE $144,250 Viola, DE $143,586 Woodside, DE $143,972

Bear, DE $143,640 Newark, DE $143,586 Claymont, DE $143,880 Delaware City, DE $143,729 Hockessin, DE $143,573 Kirkwood, DE $143,702 Middletown, DE $143,758 Montchanin, DE $143,606

New Castle, DE $143,627 Odessa, DE $143,829 Port Penn, DE $143,925 Rockland, DE $143,620 Saint Georges, DE $143,712 Townsend, DE $143,934 Winterthur, DE $143,637 Lewes, DE $143,025

Wilmington, DE $143,580 Dover, DE $144,151 Dover Afb, DE $143,392 Bethany Beach, DE $142,548 Bethel, DE $142,696 Bridgeville, DE $143,032 Camden Wyoming, DE $143,745 Cheswold, DE $144,104

Clayton, DE $144,108 Dagsboro, DE $142,449 Delmar, DE $142,221 Ellendale, DE $142,652 Felton, DE $143,455 Fenwick Island, DE $142,480 Frankford, DE $142,232 Frederica, DE $143,597

Georgetown, DE $142,395 Greenwood, DE $143,055 Harbeson, DE $142,547 Harrington, DE $143,274 Hartly, DE $143,720 Houston, DE $143,069 Kenton, DE $144,116 Laurel, DE $142,310

Yorklyn, DE $143,616

Project Management Associate Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Project Management Associate roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 58% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 28% above the average. In contrast, Project Management Associate positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Project Management Associate as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Project Management Associate

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$184,001	$88.0	28%
Financial Services	$176,813	$85.0	23%
Pharmaceuticals	$169,626	$82.0	18%
Internet	$166,751	$80.0	16%
Energy & Utilities	$162,438	$78.0	13%

Project Management Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Project Management Associate'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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$130,183

Average $143,751/year

$159,336

$10,849

Average $11,979/month

$13,278

$2,504

Average $2,764/week

$3,064

$63

Average $69/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$159,336	$13,278	$3,064	$77
Average	$143,751	$11,979	$2,764	$69
25th Percentile	$130,183	$10,849	$2,504	$63

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