As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Pharmaceutical Project Manager in the US is $166,604, equivalent to $80 per hour, $3,204 weekly, or $13,884 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Pharmaceutical Project Manager in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Pharmaceutical Project Manager in the US vary widely, spanning from $151,075 to $188,589. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($158,476) and 75th percentile ($178,112), while top earners (90th percentile) make $188,589 per year. This $19,636 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Pharmaceutical Industry, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Pharmaceutical Project Manager often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 55 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Pharmaceutical Project Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Pharmaceutical Project Manager Salary $151,075 US February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Pharmaceutical Project Manager Salary $158,476 US February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Pharmaceutical Project Manager Salary $166,604 US February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Pharmaceutical Project Manager Salary $178,112 US February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Pharmaceutical Project Manager Salary $188,589 US February 01, 2026
25% $158,476 10% $151,075 90% $188,589 75% $178,112 $166,604 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Pharmacy Supervisor

    3 - 5 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    5 + years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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