Project Management Specialist Salary in New York (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Project Management Specialists in New York, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New York Median
$121,040
per year
Hourly Rate
$58.19
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+18% vs US median
US median $102,320
State Rank
#4 of 51
68,020 employed here

How much does a Project Management Specialist make in New York?

A Project Management Specialist working in New York earns a median salary of $121,040 per year, or about $58.19 per hour. That is 18% above the national median of $102,320 for this occupation.

Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $74,580 while the top 10% make $192,160 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $91,660 and $160,220 a year.

Project Management Specialist salary range in New York

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$74,580$35.86
25th percentile (early career)$91,660$44.07
50th percentile (median)$121,040$58.19
75th percentile (experienced)$160,220$77.03
90th percentile (top earners)$192,160$92.38

How New York compares

New York ranks 4th out of 51 states and territories for Project Management Specialist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Washington$124,160
2New Jersey$122,980
3Delaware$122,190
4New York$121,040
5California$120,910

Working as a Project Management Specialist in New York

Nationally, about 1,067,000 people work as Project Management Specialists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare New York pay ($121,040) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Project Management Specialist make in New York?
The median Project Management Specialist salary in New York is $121,040 per year, or about $58.19 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $74,580 at the entry level to $192,160 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Project Management Specialists about 18% more than the national median of $102,320. New York ranks 4th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Project Management Specialists?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $121,040 a year. About 68,020 Project Management Specialists are employed in New York. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.