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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Project Management Specialists salary in San Diego, California

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the San Diego 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$107,880
Mean annual$116,340
Range (10th to 90th)$66,470 to $168,090
San Diego, California employment11,390
State vs national+6.9% vs national

Salary distribution

Where San Diego project management specialists fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

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

10TH$66,47025TH$81,730MEDIAN$107,88075TH$135,23090TH$168,090

The middle 50% of workers earn between $81,730 and $135,230, with a median of $107,880.

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 San Diego 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 San Diego, California?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Project Management Specialists in the San Diego metropolitan area is $107,880.
Does San Diego pay more than the California state average for Project Management Specialists?
The San Diego metro median is -3.1% versus the California state median of $111,300.
How does San Diego compare to the national median for Project Management Specialists?
The San Diego metro median is +6.9% versus the BLS national figure of $100,946.
What is the salary range for Project Management Specialists in San Diego?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $66,470 and the 90th-percentile at $168,090 for the San Diego 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 San Diego 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.