What are the main factors that influence an Information Technology Project Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Information Technology Project Manager's salary?

An Information Technology Project Manager's salary grows with experience: an IT Project Manager I (0-2 years)earns $91,489, an IT Project Manager II (2-4 years)earns $109,299, an Information Technology Project Manager (4-7 years)earns $133,413, an IT Project Manager IV (7+ years)earns $155,351, an IT Project Manager V (7-10 years)earns $172,903,

What are the highest paying states for an Information Technology Project Manager?

Information Technology Project Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Information Technology Project Manager roles are District of Columbia $132,448, California $131,945, Massachusetts $130,187. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Information Technology Project Manager roles make?

Salaries for Information Technology Project Manager level roles vary by specialization: Technology Research Manager: $173,264; Information Technology Generalist V: $151,845; Information Technology Auditor V: $150,746; Information Technology Controller: $145,420; Information Technology Audit Manager: $138,942.

Information Technology Project Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Information Technology Project Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Information Technology Project Manager in District of Columbia is $132,448 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $64.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $149,497
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $118,546 to $141,372
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $105,889

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Information Technology Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,372	$11,781	$2,719	$68
Average	$132,448	$11,037	$2,547	$64
25th Percentile	$118,546	$9,879	$2,280	$57

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Key Factors That Influence Information Technology Project Manager Salaries

An Information Technology 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 Information Technology Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Information Technology 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): $91,489
Early Career (1-2 years): $109,299
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $133,413
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $155,351
Expert (over 8 years): $172,903

Levels	Salary
IT Projec... Level Information Technology Project Manager	$91,489
IT Projec... Level Information Technology Project Manager	$109,299
Informati... Level Information Technology Project Manager	$133,413
IT Projec... Level Information Technology Project Manager	$155,351
IT Projec... Level Information Technology Project Manager	$172,903

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

District of Columbia: $132,448.
California: $131,945.
Massachusetts: $130,187.

District of Columbia $132,448 California $131,945 Massachusetts $130,187 Washington $129,708 New Jersey $129,660 Alaska $129,493 Connecticut $127,842 New York $127,172

Hawaii $125,031 Rhode Island $124,026 Maryland $123,344 Minnesota $122,411 Colorado $122,052 Illinois $121,933 Oregon $121,478 Delaware $121,143

New Hampshire $120,933 Virginia $120,461 Pennsylvania $119,086 Nevada $118,392 North Dakota $118,165 Michigan $117,806 Wisconsin $117,674 Vermont $117,411

Texas $116,681 Maine $116,633 Arizona $116,562 Ohio $116,478 Georgia $115,377 Indiana $114,827 Wyoming $114,719 Utah $114,552

Iowa $114,480 Kansas $113,906 Louisiana $113,738 North Carolina $113,679 Missouri $113,655 Florida $113,188 Montana $112,937 Nebraska $112,698

Kentucky $112,566 South Carolina $112,088 Tennessee $111,789 Idaho $111,669 New Mexico $110,796 Oklahoma $110,604 Alabama $109,899 South Dakota $108,714

Arkansas $108,068 West Virginia $107,721 Mississippi $106,681

Top Paying Cities for Information Technology 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:

Parcel Return Service: $132,448
Washington: $132,448
Naval Anacost Annex: $132,448

Parcel Return Service, DC $132,448 Washington, DC $132,448 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $132,448 Washington Navy Yard, DC $132,448

Information Technology Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Information Technology 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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$118,546

Average $132,448/year

$141,372

$9,879

Average $11,037/month

$11,781

$2,280

Average $2,547/week

$2,719

$57

Average $64/hour

$68

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,372	$11,781	$2,719	$68
Average	$132,448	$11,037	$2,547	$64
25th Percentile	$118,546	$9,879	$2,280	$57

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