Special Projects Manager Salary in the United States

Special Projects Manager Salary

How much does a Special Projects Manager make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Special Projects Manager in the United States is $81,874. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $75,495 to $92,542, with most professionals earning between $69,688 and $102,254.

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10th Percentile Special Projects Manager Salary $69,688 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Special Projects Manager Salary $75,495 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Special Projects Manager Salary $81,874 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Special Projects Manager Salary $92,542 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Special Projects Manager Salary $102,254 US April 01, 2025
25% $75,495 10% $69,688 90% $102,254 75% $92,542 $81,874 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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