Adjunct Project Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Adjunct Project Manager make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Adjunct Project Manager in the United States is $79,003 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,894
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,813 to $86,798
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,267
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Adjunct Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $86,798 $7,233 $1,669 $42
Average $79,003 $6,584 $1,519 $38
25th Percentile $71,813 $5,984 $1,381 $35
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Key Factors That Influence Adjunct Project Manager Salaries

An Adjunct 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Adjunct Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Adjunct 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $52,967
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $77,379
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $86,005
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $98,090
  • Expert (over 8 years): $133,266
Levels Salary
Assistant... Level Adjunct Project Manager$52,967
Adjunct P... Level Adjunct Project Manager$77,379
Residenti... Level Adjunct Project Manager$86,005
Residenti... Level Adjunct Project Manager$98,090
Area Resi... Level Adjunct Project Manager$133,266
$52,967 0 yr
$77,379 < 2 yrs
$86,005 2-4 yrs
$98,090 5-8 yrs
$133,266 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Adjunct Project Manager 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 Adjunct Project Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $87,472.
  • California: $87,141.
  • Massachusetts: $85,979.

Top Paying Cities for Adjunct Project Managers

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:

  • San Jose: $99,647
  • San Francisco: $98,556
  • Oakland: $96,479

What Skills Can Increase an Adjunct Project Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 7.17% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Field Service (Mentioned in 2.33% Job Postings): Managing and optimizing operations to respond to and address customer requests at off-site locations or client sites.
  • First Aid (Mentioned in 1.76% Job Postings): First aid refers to medical attention that is usually administered immediately after the injury occurs and at the location where it occurred.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 7.17%
Field Service 2.33%
First Aid 1.76%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Adjunct Project Manager's salary.
  • Health Care Administration: Can increase your salary by up to 77%.
  • Home Care: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Service Quality: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Health Care Administration
$139,836
77%
Home Care
$87,694
11%
Service Quality
$87,694
11%
Presentation
$86,113
9%
Influencing
$84,533
7%
Coordination
$84,533
7%
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Adjunct Project Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Adjunct Project Manager 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 Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Adjunct Project Manager positions in Business Services or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Adjunct Project Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Adjunct Project Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Construction$102,704$49.030%
Financial Services$86,904$42.010%

How Education impacts an Adjunct Project Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Adjunct Project Managers enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Adjunct Project Manager with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $69,819 and $74,341).

Adjunct Project Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Adjunct Project Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.6%
High School 42.2%
Associates 17.0%
Bachelors 33.5%
Masters 4.3%
Doctorate 0.4%
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Adjunct Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Adjunct 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Adjunct Project Manager

Salaries for an Adjunct Project Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $77,806 in 2023 to around $77,590 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Adjunct Project Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Adjunct Project Manager Over Time

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2023
$77,806
2024
$78,195
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    Columbus, OH

    Green Key Resources | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    CESO, Inc. | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Churchill | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    FirstOption Staffing | Columbus, OH

    As identified and assigned What We Are Looking For. High school diploma or GED with experience required, associate or bachelors degree preferred. Certified... more

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FAQ about Adjunct Project Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Adjunct Project Manager?

The Construction industry offers the highest average compensation for Adjunct Project Manager roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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