Project Management Specialists Salary in Central Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $81,060 -19.5% vs national
Median hourly $38.97
10th percentile $50,660
90th percentile $134,030
Employed locally 830
National median $100,750

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,660
    25th
    $63,570
    50th (median)
    $81,060
    75th
    $108,510
    90th
    $134,030

    Top-paying metros for Project Management Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $136,250
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $132,530
    Boulder, CO $125,960
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $125,390
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $123,670
    Huntsville, AL $122,430

    Related occupations in Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $65,450
    Human Resources Specialists $61,200
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $71,240
    Compliance Officers $62,710
    Training and Development Specialists $53,830
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $63,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Project Management Specialists make per hour in Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Project Management Specialists in Central Kentucky is $38.97, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $67.01 or more per hour.

    Is Central Kentucky above or below average for Project Management Specialists salaries?

    The median Project Management Specialists salary in Central Kentucky is 19.5% below the national median of $100,750. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Project Management Specialists in Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Project Management Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $50,660 per year in Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $63,570.