How Much Does a Project Controller Make in Bismarck, ND ? (2026 Salary Guide)

Project Controller Salary in Bismarck, ND

As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Project Controller in Bismarck, ND is $252,383, equivalent to $121 per hour, $4,854 weekly, or $21,032 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Project Controller in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Project Controller in Bismarck, ND vary widely, spanning from $216,173 to $313,006. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($233,429) and 75th percentile ($284,116), while top earners (90th percentile) make $313,006 per year. This $50,687 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or General Ledger, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Bismarck Project Controller often earn 0.6% lower than national averages. However, Bismarck currently ranks 368 statewide for Project Controller job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Project Controller Salary $216,173 Bismarck, ND May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Project Controller Salary $233,429 Bismarck, ND May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Project Controller Salary $252,383 Bismarck, ND May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Project Controller Salary $284,116 Bismarck, ND May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Project Controller Salary $313,006 Bismarck, ND May 01, 2026
25% $233,429 10% $216,173 90% $313,006 75% $284,116 $252,383 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Project Controller ?

The project controller is a key member of the project team and works directly with the project manager to help define the project's goals and objectives; create and maintain a project's budget and schedule, analyse progress reported against the work schedules; and recommend actions to improve progress. In order to ensure accurate documentation and reporting on a consistent basis, many organisations are positioning the project manager and project controller as part of a centralised project support organisation....

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About Bismarck, North Dakota    Bismarck (/ˈbɪzmɑːrk/) is the capital of the U.S. state of North Dakota and the county seat of Burleigh County. It is the second-most populous city i....More

Bismarck, North Dakota  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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