Drywall Project Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Drywall Project Manager make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Drywall Project Manager in the United States is $140,463 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $68.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $161,459
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $130,721 to $151,453
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $121,851
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Drywall Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $151,453 $12,621 $2,913 $73
Average $140,463 $11,705 $2,701 $68
25th Percentile $130,721 $10,893 $2,514 $63
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Key Factors That Influence Drywall Project Manager Salaries

A Drywall 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Drywall Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Drywall 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): $106,378
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $118,456
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $139,655
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $169,100
  • Expert (over 8 years): $199,951
Levels Salary
Construct... Level Drywall Project Manager$106,378
Construct... Level Drywall Project Manager$118,456
Drywall P... Level Drywall Project Manager$139,655
Construct... Level Drywall Project Manager$169,100
Construct... Level Drywall Project Manager$199,951
$106,378 0 yr
$118,456 < 2 yrs
$139,655 2-4 yrs
$169,100 5-8 yrs
$199,951 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Drywall 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:

  • San Jose: $177,166
  • San Francisco: $175,226
  • Oakland: $171,533

What Skills Can Increase a Drywall Project Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Project Management (Mentioned in 24.29% Job Postings): Project management is the application of processes, methods, skills, knowledge and experience to achieve specific project objectives according to the project acceptance criteria within agreed parameters. Project management has final deliverables that are constrained to a finite timescale and budget.
  • Logistics (Mentioned in 1.89% Job Postings): In a general business sense, logistics is the management of the flow of things between the point of origin and the point of consumption to meet the requirements of customers or corporations.
  • Materials Management (Mentioned in 1.18% Job Postings): Materials management is a core supply chain function and includes supply chain planning and supply chain execution capabilities. Specifically, materials management is the capability firms use to plan total material requirements. The material requirements are communicated to procurement and other functions for sourcing. Materials management is also responsible for determining the amount of material to be deployed at each stocking location across the supply chain, establishing material replenishment plans, determining inventory levels to hold for each type of inventory (raw, WIP, Finished Goods), and communicating information regarding material needs throughout the extended supply chain. Typical roles in Materials Management include: Materials Manager, Inventory Control Manager, Inventory Analyst, Material Planner, Expediter and emerging hybrid roles like "buyer planner". The primary business objective of Materials Management is assured supply of material, optimum inventory levels and minimum deviation between planned and actual results.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Project Management 24.29%
Logistics 1.89%
Materials Management 1.18%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Drywall Project Manager's salary.
  • Prioritization: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Mechanical Drawing: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Business Development: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Prioritization
$151,700
8%
Mechanical Drawing
$148,891
6%
Business Development
$148,891
6%
People Management
$146,082
4%
Program Management
$144,677
3%
Risk Management
$144,677
3%
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Drywall Project Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Drywall Project Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Drywall Project Manager positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Drywall Project Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Drywall Project Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$168,556$81.020%
Biotechnology$168,556$81.020%
Energy & Utilities$168,556$81.020%
Healthcare$168,556$81.020%
Software & Networking$168,556$81.020%

How Education impacts a Drywall Project Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Drywall Project Managers enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Drywall Project Manager with a Bachelor's Degree is between $130,362 and $140,715).

Drywall Project Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Drywall Project Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.0%
High School 19.8%
Associates 5.9%
Bachelors 45.5%
Masters 27.7%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Drywall Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Drywall 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

Salary Trends for Drywall Project Manager

Salaries for a Drywall Project Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $106,430 in 2023 to around $104,732 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Drywall Project Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Drywall Project Manager Over Time

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2023
$106,430
2024
$105,730
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$104,732
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2024 $105,730
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    Columbus, OH

    Green Key Resources | Columbus, OH

    Construction Project Manager | Columbus, OH. This is an opportunity to join a reputable builder with a strong pipeline of work across commercial, education... more

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    Columbus, OH

    GH Engage | Columbus, OH

    Owner’s Representative – Data Centre Construction. We are seeking an experienced. Owner’s Representative / Project Manager. to take a leading role in the d... more

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  • CESO, Inc.

    Columbus, OH

    CESO, Inc. | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Are you a Project Manager in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction field seeking purpose, challenge, and talent... more

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    Columbus, OH

    Create Salon Collective | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Position Description: The Opportunity:This role is a fantastic opportunity to use your detail orientation and project man... more

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  • Churchill

    Columbus, OH

    Churchill | Columbus, OH

    About the Company. Churchill is seeking a Project Manager to support hyper-scale data center design and construction projects on behalf of a Fortune 100 te... more

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  • FirstOption Staffing

    Columbus, OH

    FirstOption Staffing | Columbus, OH

    As identified and assigned What We Are Looking For. High school diploma or GED with experience required, associate or bachelors degree preferred. Certified... more

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FAQ about Drywall Project Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Drywall Project Manager?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Drywall Project Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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