Learning And Development Project Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Learning And Development Project Manager make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Learning And Development Project Manager in the United States is $73,928 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $86,412
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66,796 to $80,462
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,303
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Learning And Development Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $80,462 $6,705 $1,547 $39
Average $73,928 $6,161 $1,422 $36
25th Percentile $66,796 $5,566 $1,285 $32
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Key Factors That Influence Learning And Development Project Manager Salaries

A Learning And 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Learning And Development Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Learning And 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): $71,947
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $72,244
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $74,423
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $76,714
  • Expert (over 8 years): $77,026
Levels Salary
Entry Level Learning And Development Project Manager$71,947
Intermediate Level Learning And Development Project Manager$72,244
Senior Level Learning And Development Project Manager$74,423
Specialist Level Learning And Development Project Manager$76,714
Expert Level Learning And Development Project Manager$77,026
$71,947 0 yr
$72,244 < 2 yrs
$74,423 2-4 yrs
$76,714 5-8 yrs
$77,026 > 8 yrs
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How Do Learning And 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 Learning And Development Project Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $81,853.
  • California: $81,542.
  • Massachusetts: $80,456.

Top Paying Cities for Learning And 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: $93,245
  • San Francisco: $92,328
  • Oakland: $90,281

What Skills Can Increase a Learning And Development Project Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Project Management (Mentioned in 21.15% 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.
  • PowerPoint (Mentioned in 1.25% Job Postings): A computer software created by Microsoft which allows the user to create slides with recordings, narrations, transitions and other features in order to present information.
  • Scrum (Mentioned in 1.01% Job Postings): Using an agile process for managing the lifecycle development of software products.
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Project Management 21.15%
PowerPoint 1.25%
Scrum 1.01%
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 a Learning And Development Project Manager's salary.
  • Scrum: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Program Management: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Agile: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Scrum
 $79,842
8%
Program Management
 $79,842
8%
Agile
 $79,103
7%
Accountability
 $78,363
6%
Quality Assurance
 $78,363
6%
Change Management
 $77,624
5%
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How Education impacts a Learning And Development Project Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Learning And Development 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 a Learning And Development Project Manager with a Associate's Degree is between $70,971 and $75,660).

Learning And Development Project Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Learning And Development Project Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.3%
High School 8.7%
Associates 6.7%
Bachelors 54.1%
Masters 28.5%
Doctorate 1.7%
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Learning And Development Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Learning And 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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$66,796
Average $73,928/year
$80,462
$5,566
Average $6,161/month
$6,705
$1,285
Average $1,422/week
$1,547
$32
Average $36/hour
$39
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $80,462 $6,705 $1,547 $39
Average $73,928 $6,161 $1,422 $36
25th Percentile $66,796 $5,566 $1,285 $32

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Salary Trends for Learning And Development Project Manager

Salaries for a Learning And Development Project Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $71,497 in 2023 to around $71,096 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Learning And Development Project Manager salary trends, .

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