Project Manager, Real Estate Salary in California

How much does a Project Manager, Real Estate make in California?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Manager, Real Estate in California is $127,384 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $61.

However, a Project Manager, Real Estate's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $148,790
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $113,362 to $138,589
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $100,595
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Project Manager, Real Estate Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $138,589 $11,549 $2,665 $67
Average $127,384 $10,615 $2,450 $61
25th Percentile $113,362 $9,447 $2,180 $55
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Key Factors That Influence Project Manager, Real Estate Salaries

A Project Manager, Real Estate'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 Manager, Real Estate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Project Manager, Real Estate'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): $82,736
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $103,413
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $126,560
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $142,556
  • Expert (over 8 years): $168,119
Levels Salary
Project M... Level Project Manager, Real Estate$82,736
Project M... Level Project Manager, Real Estate$103,413
Project M... Level Project Manager, Real Estate$126,560
Project M... Level Project Manager, Real Estate$142,556
Project M... Level Project Manager, Real Estate$168,119
$82,736 0 yr
$103,413 < 2 yrs
$126,560 2-4 yrs
$142,556 5-8 yrs
$168,119 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Project Manager, Real Estates

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:

  • Los Angeles: $127,604
  • West Hollywood: $127,511
  • Dodgertown: $127,603

Project Manager, Real Estate Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Project Manager, Real Estate 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, Project Manager, Real Estate positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Project Manager, Real Estate as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Project Manager, Real Estate

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Internet$152,861$73.020%
Pharmaceuticals$152,861$73.020%
Financial Services$146,492$70.015%
Software & Networking$146,492$70.015%
Biotechnology$140,123$67.010%

Project Manager, Real Estate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Project Manager, Real Estate'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

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  • Metropolitan Industries Inc

    Los Angeles, CA

    Metropolitan Industries Inc | Los Angeles, CA

    Job Description. Job Description. Job Summary. We are seeking an Accounting Manager to join our team. As an Accounting Manager, your responsibilities will ... more

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  • Foothill Credit Union

    Arcadia, CA

    Foothill Credit Union | Arcadia, CA

    Foothill Credit Union is seeking a Manager of Real Estate Lending to lead our mortgage and home equity portfolio. In this role, you will oversee loan origi... more

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  • GG Homes

    San Diego, CA

    GG Homes | San Diego, CA

    Job Description. Job Description. Real Estate Closing Manager - GG Homes | San Diego, CA. Want to break into the Real Estate Investment industry. GG Homes ... more

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  • Foothill Federal Credit Union

    Arcadia, CA

    Foothill Federal Credit Union | Arcadia, CA

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    Newport Beach, CA

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