As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Project Controller in Reno, NV is $254,388, equivalent to $122 per hour, $4,892 weekly, or $21,199 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Project Controller in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Project Controller in Reno, NV vary widely, spanning from $218,138 to $317,355. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($235,414) and 75th percentile ($287,347), while top earners (90th percentile) make $317,355 per year. This $51,933 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, Reno Project Controller often earn 1.2% higher than national averages. However, Reno currently ranks 339 statewide for Project Controller job salary. 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
Project Controller Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Project Controller Salary $218,138 Reno, NV March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Project Controller Salary $235,414 Reno, NV March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Project Controller Salary $254,388 Reno, NV March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Project Controller Salary $287,347 Reno, NV March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Project Controller Salary $317,355 Reno, NV March 01, 2026
25% $235,414 10% $218,138 90% $317,355 75% $287,347 $254,388 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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    Bachelor's Degree

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About Reno, Nevada    Reno (/ˈriːnoʊ/ REE-noh) is a city in the U.S. state of Nevada, located in the northwestern part of the state, approximately 22 miles (35 km) from Lak....More

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