How much does a Project Manager make in New York City, NY?

Updated Sep 15, 2022

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$95,861 / yrTotal Pay
$89,284 / yrBase Pay
$6,577 / yrAdditional Pay

$95,861

 / yr
$62K$148K
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The estimated total pay for a Project Manager is $95,861 per year in the New York City, NY area, with an average salary of $89,284 per year. These numbers represent the median, which is the midpoint of the ranges from our proprietary Total Pay Estimate model and based on salaries collected from our users. The estimated additional pay is $6,577 per year. Additional pay could include cash bonus, commission, tips, and profit sharing. The "Most Likely Range" represents values that exist within the 25th and 75th percentile of all pay data available for this role.

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Total Pay Trajectory

For Project Manager in New York City, NY

$95,861 /yr
Project Manager
$140,302 /yr
Senior Project Manager
$114,386 /yr
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Related Job Titles

For Project Manager in New York City, NY

Some related job titles are IT Project Manager Salaries with median pay of $112,551, Project Coordinator Salaries with median pay of $64,438, Project Management Salaries with median pay of $95,973, Senior Project Manager Salaries with median pay of $140,302.

Top Paying Companies

For a Project Manager in New York City, NY

Below is the total pay for the top 10 highest paying companies for a Project Manager in New York City, NY. Employers include Meta, McKinsey & Company and Cisco Systems.

1
Meta
$233,990/yr
5
Google
$213,414/yr
6
Malk Partners
$210,036/yr
9
Apple
$207,693/yr
Total Pay Trajectory

For Project Manager in New York City, NY

$95,861 /yr
Project Manager
$114,386 /yr
Project Manager IV

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Product ManagerSee 197 salaries from this location

$265,837

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$144,951

 / yr

$167,041

 / yr

$213,414

 / yr

$232,637

 / yr

$210,003

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$142,140

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$218,268

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$285,092

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$178,852

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$141,440

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Top Paying Industries

For a Project Manager in New York City, NY

The top 5 paying industries for a Project Manager in New York City, NY are Energy, Mining & Utilities with a median total pay of $191,021, Aerospace & Defense with a median total pay of $183,731, Insurance with a median total pay of $181,160, Manufacturing with a median total pay of $178,039, and Telecommunications with a median total pay of $177,173.

IndustryTotal PayTotal Pay Insight
  • Energy, Mining & UtilitiesEnergy, Mining & Utilities$191,021

    17% Higher than other industries

  • Aerospace & DefenseAerospace & Defense$183,731

    14% Higher than other industries

  • InsuranceInsurance$181,160

    13% Higher than other industries

  • ManufacturingManufacturing$178,039

    11% Higher than other industries

  • TelecommunicationsTelecommunications$177,173

    11% Higher than other industries

Energy, Mining & Utilities

Top paying companies in Energy, Mining & Utilities for Project Manager are ExxonMobil, Con Edison, and Schneider Electric.

ExxonMobilExxonMobil$209,607/yr
Con EdisonCon Edison$192,491/yr

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What is the pay outlook for Product & Project Management?

Product and project management roles help companies operate efficiently, run programs and develop new products. Organization and communication skills are important for product and project managers. Experience and specialization within specific markets or products can help job seekers stand out. Additionally, product and project management roles are very diverse, so data, design or market research skills can help open up more opportunities.

How does the Project manager salary in New York City, NY compare to the national average salary in US for the same job?

The average salary for a Project manager in US is $88,906 per year based on 113,579 salary contributions, which is 8.13% less than the salary for a Project manager in New York City, NY. The cost of living and the local demand for the work are among the factors affecting wages. The top 3 companies in US where a Project manager gets the highest compensation are Burns & McDonnell, Inc., AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals and Kforce Inc.. Bigger companies typically pay 54.88% less than smaller companies for a Project manager.

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Location

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Base Pay | Additional Pay

Total Years of Experience

Years at Recent Employer

Submitted

Date or Time

Translation Project Manager

New York City, NY

 | 15+ years

$48,265

/hr

$25 | $48K

Submitted Yesterday

15+ years
Yesterday
Project Manager

New York City, NY

 | 1-3 years

$65,000

/yr

Submitted Yesterday

1-3 years
Yesterday
Project Manager

New York City, NY

 | 4-6 years

$21,700

/hr

$100 | $22K

Submitted Yesterday

4-6 years
Yesterday
Project Manager

New York City, NY

 | 7-9 years

$80,000

/yr

Submitted Yesterday

7-9 years
Yesterday
Project Manager

New York City, NY

 | 4-6 years

$50

/hr

Submitted Yesterday

4-6 years
Yesterday
Project Manager

New York City, NY

 | 15+ years

$165,000

/yr

Submitted Yesterday

15+ years
Yesterday
Project Coordinator/Project Manager

New York City, NY

 | <1 year

$60,000

/yr

Submitted Yesterday

<1 year
Yesterday
Project Manager

New York City, NY

 | 10-14 years

$155,000

/yr

$135K | $20K

Submitted Yesterday

10-14 years
Yesterday

Project Manager pay FAQ in New York City, NY

The average salary for a Project Manager is $89,284 per year in New York City, NY. Salaries estimates are based on 199949 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by a Project Manager employees in New York City, NY.

The highest salary for a Project Manager in New York City, NY is $136,140 per year.

The lowest salary for a Project Manager in New York City, NY is $58,555 per year.

If you are thinking of becoming a Project Manager or planning the next step in your career, find details about the role, the career path and salary trajectory of a Project Manager.

Project manager salaries vary widely with experience, education, geography, industry and firm. This pay range reflects the varying career backgrounds of project managers, the range of job responsibilities, and the range of sectors in which they find employment. Candidates with higher education or certifications generally receive higher salaries. Highly experienced and specialized project managers can expect to see double the entry-level salary. Pay is expected to grow for all experience levels over the next decade, as the digital transformation pushes new firms to develop complex products which benefit from skilled oversight.

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Ratings on Glassdoor show that 72% of project managers feel satisfied with their salary. Factors that contribute to a good project manager's salary include five to eight years of experience, a Project Management Professional certification, and an additional $6,576.97 in potential pay a year.

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Project managers' total pay can range anywhere from $62,369.35 to $148,176.20, varying due to factors such as experience, location, and industry. If you follow the typical project manager career path, you can expect an average total pay of around $95,861.11 after you build relevant experience. After that point, it's common to move on to titles such as principal and senior project manager.

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Most project managers begin their careers with a bachelor's degree in fields such as business or business management. If you're looking to stand out and boost your salary, you can also pursue additional education and certifications and become a Certified Project Management Professional or a Certified Associate in Project Management.

It's also helpful to learn new skills that are in demand for project managers to increase your value with employers. Make sure you are fluent in the latest project management software tools and methods, feel comfortable managing budgets, and have strong communication skills to keep projects flowing between teams smoothly.

If you're being considered for a new project manager role or if you're looking for a raise at your current company, make sure to highlight your education, skills, and years of experience to get the best salary offer. Be ready with examples of concrete ways you've solved problems and made processes more efficient so that you can communicate your worth and boost your pay. It's also helpful to have an idea of what common project manager salaries are in your area so that the numbers you ask for don't seem out of line.