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Assistant Technical Project Manager Salary in the United States

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

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Technical Project Manager in the United States is $123,197 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $59.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $140,187
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $112,610 to $132,090
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $102,971
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Assistant Technical Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $132,090 $11,008 $2,540 $64
Average $123,197 $10,266 $2,369 $59
25th Percentile $112,610 $9,384 $2,166 $54
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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Technical Project Manager Salaries

An Assistant Technical 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 Technical Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Technical 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): $83,214
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $99,391
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $121,344
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $141,301
  • Expert (over 8 years): $157,222
Levels Salary
IT Projec... Level Assistant Technical Project Manager$83,214
IT Projec... Level Assistant Technical Project Manager$99,391
Assistant... Level Assistant Technical Project Manager$121,344
IT Projec... Level Assistant Technical Project Manager$141,301
IT Projec... Level Assistant Technical Project Manager$157,222
$83,214 0 yr
$99,391 < 2 yrs
$121,344 2-4 yrs
$141,301 5-8 yrs
$157,222 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

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

  • District of Columbia: $136,404.
  • California: $135,886.
  • Massachusetts: $134,075.

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Technical 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: $155,388
  • San Francisco: $153,687
  • Oakland: $150,448

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

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Project Management (Mentioned in 21.61% Job Postings): Project management is the application of processes, methods, skills, knowledge and experience to achieve specific project objectives according to the project acceptance criteria within agreed parameters. Project management has final deliverables that are constrained to a finite timescale and budget.
  • Scrum (Mentioned in 1.51% Job Postings): Using an agile process for managing the lifecycle development of software products.
  • Billing (Mentioned in 0.98% Job Postings): Billing refers to the aspect of banking, whereby someone is charged accurately for what item they purchased.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Project Management 21.61%
Scrum 1.51%
Billing 0.98%
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 Assistant Technical Project Manager's salary.
  • Program Management: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Budgeting: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
  • Initiative: Can increase your salary by up to 1%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Program Management
 $126,893
3%
Budgeting
 $125,661
2%
Initiative
 $124,429
1%
Project Delivery
 $124,429
1%
Billing
 $124,429
1%
Business Development
 $124,429
1%
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Assistant Technical Project Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

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

The top paying industries for an Assistant Technical Project Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Construction$160,156$77.030%
Aerospace & Defense$147,836$71.020%
Healthcare$141,677$68.015%
Business Services$135,517$65.010%
Energy & Utilities$129,357$62.05%

How Education impacts an Assistant Technical Project Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Technical Project Managers enter the field with a Associate'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 Technical Project Manager with a Associate's Degree is between $118,896 and $125,352).

Assistant Technical Project Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Technical Project Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.2%
High School 4.6%
Associates 3.8%
Bachelors 42.2%
Masters 46.9%
Doctorate 1.3%
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Assistant Technical Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Technical 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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$112,610
Average $123,197/year
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Average $10,266/month
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Average $2,369/week
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Average $59/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $132,090 $11,008 $2,540 $64
Average $123,197 $10,266 $2,369 $59
25th Percentile $112,610 $9,384 $2,166 $54

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Salary Trends for Assistant Technical Project Manager

Salaries for an Assistant Technical Project Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $106,836 in 2023 to around $106,419 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Assistant Technical Project Manager salary trends, .

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FAQ about Assistant Technical Project Manager

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

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

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