Economic Development Project Manager Salary in the United States

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

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for an Economic Development Project Manager in the United States is $70,690 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,868
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $63,044 to $75,494
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $56,083
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Economic Development Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $75,494 $6,291 $1,452 $36
Average $70,690 $5,891 $1,359 $34
25th Percentile $63,044 $5,254 $1,212 $30
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Key Factors That Influence Economic Development Project Manager Salaries

An Economic Development 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.

How Experience Level Affects Economic Development Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Economic Development 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): $59,279
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $71,221
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $96,946
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $122,711
  • Expert (over 8 years): $136,910
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Land Admi... Level Economic Development Project Manager$59,279
Economic ... Level Economic Development Project Manager$71,221
Land Admi... Level Economic Development Project Manager$96,946
Land Admi... Level Economic Development Project Manager$122,711
Land Admi... Level Economic Development Project Manager$136,910
$59,279 0 yr
$71,221 < 2 yrs
$96,946 2-4 yrs
$122,711 5-8 yrs
$136,910 > 8 yrs
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How Do Economic Development 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 Economic Development Project Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $78,268.
  • California: $77,972.
  • Massachusetts: $76,932.

Top Paying Cities for Economic Development 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: $89,162
  • San Francisco: $88,186
  • Oakland: $86,327

What Skills Can Increase an Economic Development Project Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 4.49% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Data Management Systems (Mentioned in 2.25% Job Postings): Database Management Systems (DBMS) are software systems used to store, retrieve, and run queries on data.
  • BI (Mentioned in 1.12% Job Postings): Business intelligence (BI) is a technology-driven process for analyzing data and delivering actionable information that helps executives, managers and workers make informed business decisions.
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Analysis 4.49%
Data Management Systems 2.25%
BI 1.12%
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 Economic Development Project Manager's salary.
  • Action Oriented: Can increase your salary by up to 19%.
  • Team Management: Can increase your salary by up to 18%.
  • Work Under Pressure: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Action Oriented
 $84,122
19%
Team Management
 $83,415
18%
Work Under Pressure
 $82,708
17%
Industry Knowledge
 $80,587
14%
Invoice Processing
 $79,880
13%
Continuous Improvement
 $77,759
10%
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Economic Development Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Economic Development 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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$63,044
Average $70,690/year
$75,494
$5,254
Average $5,891/month
$6,291
$1,212
Average $1,359/week
$1,452
$30
Average $34/hour
$36
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $75,494 $6,291 $1,452 $36
Average $70,690 $5,891 $1,359 $34
25th Percentile $63,044 $5,254 $1,212 $30

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Salary Trends for Economic Development Project Manager

Salaries for an Economic Development Project Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $88,140 in 2023 to around $87,544 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Economic Development Project Manager salary trends, .

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