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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Project Management Specialists salary in Riverside, California

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Riverside metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$99,630
Mean annual$105,560
Range (10th to 90th)$61,020 to $160,090
Riverside, California employment6,710
State vs national-1.3% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Riverside project management specialists fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$61,02025TH$76,330MEDIAN$99,63075TH$128,85090TH$160,090

The middle 50% of workers earn between $76,330 and $128,850, with a median of $99,630.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    Less than 5 years

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

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Common tasks (O*NET)

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Other metros in California

How the Riverside metro compares to other major California metro areas for project management specialists.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Project Management Specialists in Riverside, California?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Project Management Specialists in the Riverside metropolitan area is $99,630.
Does Riverside pay more than the California state average for Project Management Specialists?
The Riverside metro median is -10.5% versus the California state median of $111,300.
How does Riverside compare to the national median for Project Management Specialists?
The Riverside metro median is -1.3% versus the BLS national figure of $100,946.
What is the salary range for Project Management Specialists in Riverside?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $61,020 and the 90th-percentile at $160,090 for the Riverside metro area.
What education is required for Project Management Specialists?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Riverside CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.