Industrial Project Manager Salary in the United States

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

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Industrial Project Manager in the United States is $97,931 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $119,439
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $85,522 to $109,189
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,225
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View as table View as graph 25% $85,522 10% $74,225 90% $119,439 75% $109,189 $97,931 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Industrial Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $109,189 $9,099 $2,100 $52
Average $97,931 $8,161 $1,883 $47
25th Percentile $85,522 $7,127 $1,645 $41
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Key Factors That Influence Industrial Project Manager Salaries

An Industrial 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 Industrial Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Industrial 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): $62,768
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $74,881
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $98,793
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $135,535
  • Expert (over 8 years): $177,560
Levels Salary
Customer ... Level Industrial Project Manager$62,768
Customer ... Level Industrial Project Manager$74,881
Industria... Level Industrial Project Manager$98,793
Customer ... Level Industrial Project Manager$135,535
Customer ... Level Industrial Project Manager$177,560
$62,768 0 yr
$74,881 < 2 yrs
$98,793 2-4 yrs
$135,535 5-8 yrs
$177,560 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Industrial 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: $123,520
  • San Francisco: $122,168
  • Oakland: $119,593

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

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 14.78% 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.
  • Customer Support (Mentioned in 1.76% Job Postings): Customer support is a range of customer services to assist customers in making cost effective and correct use of a product. It includes assistance in planning, installation, training, troubleshooting, maintenance, upgrading, and disposal of a product. Regarding technology products such as mobile phones, televisions, computers, software products or other electronic or mechanical goods, it is termed technical support. Customer support is considered as one of the main data channels for customer satisfaction research and a way to increase customer retention.
  • 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
Customer Service 14.78%
Customer Support 1.76%
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 Industrial Project Manager's salary.
  • Use Cases: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Customer Success: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Recruitment and Selection: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Use Cases
$113,600
16%
Customer Success
$106,745
9%
Recruitment and Selection
$106,745
9%
Business Development
$105,766
8%
Onboarding
$105,766
8%
Consulting
$105,766
8%
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Industrial Project Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Industrial Project Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Industrial Project Manager positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Industrial Project Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Industrial Project Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$117,517$56.020%

How Education impacts an Industrial Project Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Industrial 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 Industrial Project Manager with a Bachelor's Degree is between $96,898 and $103,896).

Industrial Project Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Industrial Project Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.3%
High School 29.7%
Associates 15.1%
Bachelors 42.6%
Masters 10.9%
Doctorate 0.3%
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Industrial Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Industrial 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 Industrial Project Manager

Salaries for an Industrial Project Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $87,692 in 2023 to around $87,568 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Industrial Project Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Industrial Project Manager Over Time

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2023
$87,692
2024
$87,904
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$87,568
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2023 $87,692
2024 $87,904
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  • ComResource

    Columbus, OH

    ComResource | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. ComResource is looking for a Project Manager. Responsibilities. Plan and manage multiple projects simultaneously from ini... more

    3 Days Ago

  • Green Key Resources

    Columbus, OH

    Green Key Resources | Columbus, OH

    Construction Project Manager | Columbus, OH. This is an opportunity to join a reputable builder with a strong pipeline of work across commercial, education... more

    4 Days Ago

  • GH Engage

    Columbus, OH

    GH Engage | Columbus, OH

    Owner’s Representative – Data Centre Construction. We are seeking an experienced. Owner’s Representative / Project Manager. to take a leading role in the d... more

    4 Days Ago

  • CESO, Inc.

    Columbus, OH

    CESO, Inc. | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Are you a Project Manager in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction field seeking purpose, challenge, and talent... more

    4 Days Ago

  • Churchill

    Columbus, OH

    Churchill | Columbus, OH

    About the Company. Churchill is seeking a Project Manager to support hyper-scale data center design and construction projects on behalf of a Fortune 100 te... more

    6 Days Ago

  • FirstOption Staffing

    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 Industrial Project Manager

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

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Industrial Project Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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