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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an NPD Project Manager in Maine is $114,980 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.
However, an NPD Project Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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NPD Project Manager Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $125,093 | $10,424 | $2,406 | $60 |
| Average | $114,980 | $9,582 | $2,211 | $55 |
| 25th Percentile | $102,322 | $8,527 | $1,968 | $49 |
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An NPD Project Manager'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 an NPD Project Manager'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Project M... Level NPD Project Manager | $74,680 |
| Project M... Level NPD Project Manager | $93,343 |
| NPD Proje... Level NPD Project Manager | $114,236 |
| Project M... Level NPD Project Manager | $128,674 |
| Project M... Level NPD Project Manager | $151,748 |
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 NPD Project Managers. 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:
For NPD Project Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, NPD Project Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view NPD Project Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Internet | $137,976 | $66.0 | 20% |
| Pharmaceuticals | $137,976 | $66.0 | 20% |
| Financial Services | $132,227 | $64.0 | 15% |
| Software & Networking | $132,227 | $64.0 | 15% |
| Biotechnology | $126,478 | $61.0 | 10% |
Understanding how an NPD Project Manager'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 | $125,093 | $10,424 | $2,406 | $60 |
| Average | $114,980 | $9,582 | $2,211 | $55 |
| 25th Percentile | $102,322 | $8,527 | $1,968 | $49 |
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