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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Support Specialist in California is $75,570 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.
However, a Project Support Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Project Support Specialist Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $84,002 | $7,000 | $1,615 | $40 |
| Average | $75,570 | $6,298 | $1,453 | $36 |
| 25th Percentile | $67,647 | $5,637 | $1,301 | $33 |
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A Project Support Specialist'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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Project Support Specialist'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Project S... Level Project Support Specialist | $76,121 |
| Project A... Level Project Support Specialist | $86,780 |
| Project M... Level Project Support Specialist | $124,585 |
| Project M... Level Project Support Specialist | $166,682 |
| Project M... Level Project Support Specialist | $194,280 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Project Support Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Project Support Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Telecom and Insurance sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Project Support Specialist positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Project Support Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Telecom | $98,241 | $47.0 | 30% |
| Insurance | $94,463 | $45.0 | 25% |
| Aerospace & Defense | $90,684 | $44.0 | 20% |
| Pharmaceuticals | $90,684 | $44.0 | 20% |
| Energy & Utilities | $86,906 | $42.0 | 15% |
Understanding how a Project Support Specialist'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $84,002 | $7,000 | $1,615 | $40 |
| Average | $75,570 | $6,298 | $1,453 | $36 |
| 25th Percentile | $67,647 | $5,637 | $1,301 | $33 |
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