What are the main factors that influence a Real Estate Development Project Manager's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Real Estate Development Project Manager?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Real Estate Development Project Manager roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Real Estate Development Project Manager's salary?

A Real Estate Development Project Manager's salary grows with experience: a Real Estate Development Project Manager (0-2 years)earns $77,322, a Project Manager II (2-4 years)earns $96,645, a Project Manager III (4-7 years)earns $118,277, a Project Manager IV (7+ years)earns $133,226, a Project Manager V (7-10 years)earns $157,116,

What are the highest paying states for a Real Estate Development Project Manager?

Real Estate Development Project Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Real Estate Development Project Manager roles are District of Columbia $83,977, California $83,658, Massachusetts $82,544. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Real Estate Development Project Manager roles make?

Salaries for Real Estate Development Project Manager level roles vary by specialization: Director of Real Estate Development: $191,086; Real Estate Site Development Manager: $125,400; Real Estate Zoning Manager: $125,388; Project Manager, Real Estate Services: $119,841; Project Manager, Real Estate: $115,489.

Real Estate Development Project Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Real Estate Development Project Manager make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Real Estate Development Project Manager in Delaware is $76,810 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $89,875
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,438 to $83,648
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $62,726

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Real Estate Development Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,648	$6,971	$1,609	$40
Average	$76,810	$6,401	$1,477	$37
25th Percentile	$69,438	$5,786	$1,335	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Real Estate Development Project Manager Salaries

A Real Estate 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 Real Estate Development Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Real Estate 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): $77,322
Early Career (1-2 years): $96,645
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $118,277
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $133,226
Expert (over 8 years): $157,116

Levels	Salary
Real Esta... Level Real Estate Development Project Manager	$77,322
Project M... Level Real Estate Development Project Manager	$96,645
Project M... Level Real Estate Development Project Manager	$118,277
Project M... Level Real Estate Development Project Manager	$133,226
Project M... Level Real Estate Development Project Manager	$157,116

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How Do Real Estate 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 Real Estate Development Project Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $83,977.
California: $83,658.
Massachusetts: $82,544.

District of Columbia $83,977 California $83,658 Massachusetts $82,544 Washington $82,240 New Jersey $82,210 Alaska $82,104 Connecticut $81,057 New York $80,632

Hawaii $79,275 Rhode Island $78,637 Maryland $78,205 Minnesota $77,614 Colorado $77,386 Illinois $77,310 Oregon $77,022 Delaware $76,810

New Hampshire $76,676 Virginia $76,377 Pennsylvania $75,505 Nevada $75,065 North Dakota $74,921 Michigan $74,693 Wisconsin $74,610 Vermont $74,443

Texas $73,980 Maine $73,950 Arizona $73,905 Ohio $73,852 Georgia $73,154 Indiana $72,805 Wyoming $72,737 Utah $72,630

Iowa $72,585 Kansas $72,221 Louisiana $72,115 North Carolina $72,077 Missouri $72,062 Florida $71,766 Montana $71,606 Nebraska $71,455

Kentucky $71,371 South Carolina $71,068 Tennessee $70,878 Idaho $70,803 New Mexico $70,249 Oklahoma $70,127 Alabama $69,680 South Dakota $68,929

Arkansas $68,520 West Virginia $68,300 Mississippi $67,640

Top Paying Cities for Real Estate 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:

Lincoln: $76,464
Little Creek: $77,023
Magnolia: $76,913

Lincoln, DE $76,464 Little Creek, DE $77,023 Magnolia, DE $76,913 Milford, DE $76,658 Marydel, DE $76,784 Millsboro, DE $76,143 Millville, DE $76,260 Milton, DE $76,392

Nassau, DE $76,448 Ocean View, DE $76,248 Rehoboth Beach, DE $76,394 Seaford, DE $76,437 Selbyville, DE $76,121 Smyrna, DE $77,077 Viola, DE $76,722 Woodside, DE $76,928

Bear, DE $76,750 Newark, DE $76,722 Claymont, DE $76,879 Delaware City, DE $76,798 Hockessin, DE $76,715 Kirkwood, DE $76,784 Middletown, DE $76,813 Montchanin, DE $76,732

New Castle, DE $76,744 Odessa, DE $76,851 Port Penn, DE $76,903 Rockland, DE $76,740 Saint Georges, DE $76,789 Townsend, DE $76,907 Winterthur, DE $76,749 Lewes, DE $76,422

Wilmington, DE $76,719 Dover, DE $77,023 Dover Afb, DE $76,618 Bethany Beach, DE $76,167 Bethel, DE $76,246 Bridgeville, DE $76,426 Camden Wyoming, DE $76,807 Cheswold, DE $76,998

Clayton, DE $77,001 Dagsboro, DE $76,114 Delmar, DE $75,992 Ellendale, DE $76,222 Felton, DE $76,652 Fenwick Island, DE $76,131 Frankford, DE $75,998 Frederica, DE $76,728

Georgetown, DE $76,085 Greenwood, DE $76,438 Harbeson, DE $76,166 Harrington, DE $76,555 Hartly, DE $76,793 Houston, DE $76,445 Kenton, DE $77,004 Laurel, DE $76,040

Yorklyn, DE $76,737

Real Estate Development Project Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Real Estate Development Project Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Real Estate Development Project Manager positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Real Estate Development Project Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Real Estate Development Project Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$115,214	$55.0	50%

Real Estate Development Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Real Estate 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$69,438

Average $76,810/year

$83,648

$5,786

Average $6,401/month

$6,971

$1,335

Average $1,477/week

$1,609

$33

Average $37/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,648	$6,971	$1,609	$40
Average	$76,810	$6,401	$1,477	$37
25th Percentile	$69,438	$5,786	$1,335	$33

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