Project Management Specialists Salary in South Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $80,150 -20.4% vs national
Median hourly $38.54
10th percentile $46,190
90th percentile $136,030
Employed locally 150
National median $100,750

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,190
    25th
    $61,840
    50th (median)
    $80,150
    75th
    $109,320
    90th
    $136,030

    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 South Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$62,820
    Accountants and Auditors$66,120
    Human Resources Specialists$61,550
    Loan Officers$67,530
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents$62,850
    Management Analysts$103,400

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Project Management Specialists make per hour in South Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Project Management Specialists in South Illinois is $38.54, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $69.43 or more per hour.

    Is South Illinois above or below average for Project Management Specialists salaries?

    The median Project Management Specialists salary in South Illinois is 20.4% 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 South Illinois?

    Entry-level Project Management Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $46,190 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,840.