Assistant Staff Project Manager Salary in the United States

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

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Staff Project Manager in the United States is $89,696 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $111,003
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,701 to $100,849
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,422
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Assistant Staff Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $100,849 $8,404 $1,939 $48
Average $89,696 $7,475 $1,725 $43
25th Percentile $81,701 $6,808 $1,571 $39
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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Staff Project Manager Salaries

An Assistant Staff 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 Assistant Staff Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Staff 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): $83,900
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $84,479
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $85,636
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $88,457
  • Expert (over 8 years): $92,020
Levels Salary
Entry Level Assistant Staff Project Manager$83,900
Intermediate Level Assistant Staff Project Manager$84,479
Senior Level Assistant Staff Project Manager$85,636
Specialist Level Assistant Staff Project Manager$88,457
Expert Level Assistant Staff Project Manager$92,020
$83,900 0 yr
$84,479 < 2 yrs
$85,636 2-4 yrs
$88,457 5-8 yrs
$92,020 > 8 yrs
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How Do Assistant Staff 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 Assistant Staff Project Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $99,312.
  • California: $98,935.
  • Massachusetts: $97,616.

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Staff 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: $113,134
  • San Francisco: $112,021
  • Oakland: $109,537

What Skills Can Increase an Assistant Staff Project Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 4.31% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Employment Law (Mentioned in 3.77% Job Postings): Applying the knowledge of employment law to regulate relationships between employers and employees.
  • Business Administration (Mentioned in 2.02% Job Postings): It is the management of all aspects of a business's performance, decisions, and organization. It includes the day to day operations, aspects including finances and human resources, and ensures the company stays aligned to the goal or mission.
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Leadership 4.31%
Employment Law 3.77%
Business Administration 2.02%
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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 Assistant Staff Project Manager's salary.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Coaching: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Talent Management: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Leadership
 $95,078
6%
Coaching
 $94,181
5%
Talent Management
 $94,181
5%
Conflict Resolution
 $94,181
5%
Employee Relations
 $93,284
4%
Employment Law
 $93,284
4%
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How Education impacts an Assistant Staff Project Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Staff Project Managers enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree 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 Assistant Staff Project Manager with a Bachelor's Degree is between $92,751 and $98,242).

Assistant Staff Project Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Staff Project Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.8%
High School 10.5%
Associates 6.3%
Bachelors 49.2%
Masters 32.4%
Doctorate 0.7%
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Assistant Staff Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Staff 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.

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$81,701
Average $89,696/year
$100,849
$6,808
Average $7,475/month
$8,404
$1,571
Average $1,725/week
$1,939
$39
Average $43/hour
$48
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $100,849 $8,404 $1,939 $48
Average $89,696 $7,475 $1,725 $43
25th Percentile $81,701 $6,808 $1,571 $39

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Salary Trends for Assistant Staff Project Manager

Salaries for an Assistant Staff Project Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $82,544 in 2023 to around $82,119 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Assistant Staff Project Manager salary trends, .

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$82,630
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2024 $82,630
2025 $82,119
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