What are the main factors that influence a Business 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 Business Development Project Manager?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Business Development Project Manager roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

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

A Business Development Project Manager's salary grows with experience: a Business Development Associate V (7-10 years)earns $177,371, a Business Development Supervisor (10+ years)earns $121,654, a Business Development Project Manager (10+ years)earns $140,496, a Business Development Manager, Sr. (10+ years)earns $184,808, a Business Development Director (10+ years)earns $223,790,

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

Business Development Project Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Business Development Project Manager roles are District of Columbia $151,179, California $150,606, Massachusetts $148,599. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Business Development Project Manager level roles vary by specialization: Business Development Representative V: $167,050; Business Development Manager - Biotech: $136,490; Government Business Development Manager: $132,710; Manager Business Growth and Development: $132,400; Business Development Manager: $132,320.

Business Development Project Manager Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Business Development Project Manager make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Business Development Project Manager in Rhode Island is $141,567 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $68.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $169,388
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $130,712 to $156,130
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $120,830

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Business Development Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$156,130	$13,011	$3,002	$75
Average	$141,567	$11,797	$2,722	$68
25th Percentile	$130,712	$10,893	$2,514	$63

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Key Factors That Influence Business Development Project Manager Salaries

A Business 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 Business Development Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Business 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): $177,371
Early Career (1-2 years): $121,654
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $140,496
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $184,808
Expert (over 8 years): $223,790

Levels	Salary
Business ... Level Business Development Project Manager	$177,371
Business ... Level Business Development Project Manager	$121,654
Business ... Level Business Development Project Manager	$140,496
Business ... Level Business Development Project Manager	$184,808
Business ... Level Business Development Project Manager	$223,790

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

District of Columbia: $151,179.
California: $150,606.
Massachusetts: $148,599.

District of Columbia $151,179 California $150,606 Massachusetts $148,599 Washington $148,052 New Jersey $147,998 Alaska $147,807 Connecticut $145,922 New York $145,158

Hawaii $142,714 Rhode Island $141,567 Maryland $140,788 Minnesota $139,723 Colorado $139,314 Illinois $139,177 Oregon $138,658 Delaware $138,276

New Hampshire $138,036 Virginia $137,498 Pennsylvania $135,928 Nevada $135,136 North Dakota $134,876 Michigan $134,467 Wisconsin $134,316 Vermont $134,016

Texas $133,183 Maine $133,128 Arizona $133,047 Ohio $132,951 Georgia $131,695 Indiana $131,067 Wyoming $130,944 Utah $130,753

Iowa $130,671 Kansas $130,015 Louisiana $129,824 North Carolina $129,756 Missouri $129,729 Florida $129,196 Montana $128,909 Nebraska $128,636

Kentucky $128,486 South Carolina $127,940 Tennessee $127,598 Idaho $127,462 New Mexico $126,465 Oklahoma $126,247 Alabama $125,441 South Dakota $124,089

Arkansas $123,352 West Virginia $122,956 Mississippi $121,768

Top Paying Cities for Business 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:

Adamsville: $143,336
Albion: $142,125
Ashaway: $143,065

Adamsville, RI $143,336 Albion, RI $142,125 Ashaway, RI $143,065 Barrington, RI $141,751 Block Island, RI $142,540 Bradford, RI $142,979 Bristol, RI $142,297 Carolina, RI $142,742

Charlestown, RI $142,794 Chepachet, RI $142,510 Clayville, RI $142,113 Coventry, RI $142,120 West Greenwich, RI $142,512 East Greenwich, RI $142,024 Exeter, RI $142,472 Fiskeville, RI $141,748

Forestdale, RI $142,841 Foster, RI $142,435 Glendale, RI $142,852 Greene, RI $142,622 Greenville, RI $141,803 Harmony, RI $141,986 Harrisville, RI $142,790 Hope, RI $141,837

Hope Valley, RI $142,939 Hopkinton, RI $143,127 Jamestown, RI $142,650 Kenyon, RI $142,725 Little Compton, RI $143,314 Manville, RI $142,312 Mapleville, RI $142,538 Newport, RI $142,793

Middletown, RI $142,856 North Kingstown, RI $142,269 North Scituate, RI $141,987 Oakland, RI $142,692 Pascoag, RI $142,884 Pawtucket, RI $141,539 Central Falls, RI $141,602 Cumberland, RI $142,406

Lincoln, RI $141,744 Portsmouth, RI $142,778 Prudence Island, RI $142,484 Rockville, RI $143,106 Saunderstown, RI $142,564 Shannock, RI $142,733 Slatersville, RI $142,842 Slocum, RI $142,559

Tiverton, RI $143,212 Wakefield, RI $142,685 Kingston, RI $142,630 Narragansett, RI $142,725 Peace Dale, RI $142,667 Warren, RI $142,117 Warwick, RI $141,721 Westerly, RI $143,099

West Kingston, RI $142,675 West Warwick, RI $141,894 Wood River Junction, RI $142,879 Woonsocket, RI $142,849 North Smithfield, RI $142,524 Wyoming, RI $142,733 Providence, RI $141,498 Cranston, RI $141,518

North Providence, RI $141,534 East Providence, RI $141,508 Riverside, RI $141,553 Rumford, RI $141,533 Smithfield, RI $141,819 Johnston, RI $141,582

Business Development Project Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Business Development Project Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Business Development Project Manager positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Business Development Project Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Business Development Project Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$212,350	$102.0	50%
Aerospace & Defense	$184,037	$88.0	30%

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

Understanding how a Business 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

$130,712

Average $141,567/year

$156,130

$10,893

Average $11,797/month

$13,011

$2,514

Average $2,722/week

$3,002

$63

Average $68/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$156,130	$13,011	$3,002	$75
Average	$141,567	$11,797	$2,722	$68
25th Percentile	$130,712	$10,893	$2,514	$63

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