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Project Manager Salary in North Carolina

Median Annual in North Carolina
$100,820/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$48.47/hr
▼ 1% below U.S. median

Salary Distribution in North Carolina

groups Employed in NC
36,200
public U.S. Median
$102,320
trending_up National Outlook
+7%

Project Manager pay in North Carolina, explained

Project managers in North Carolina earn a median of $100,820 per year ($48.47 per hour), which is 1% below the national median of $102,320. Entry-level workers earn around $61,570, while the most experienced project managers reach about $164,050. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within North Carolina.

Project Manager in North Carolina: FAQ

How much do project managers make in North Carolina?

Project managers in North Carolina earn a median of $100,820 per year ($48.47 per hour), compared with $102,320 nationally.

Does North Carolina pay project managers well?

At $100,820, North Carolina pays 1% below the national median for project managers. An estimated 36,200 work in the state.

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