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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Project Management Specialists salary in San Jose, California

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the San Jose 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$136,250
Mean annual$150,510
Range (10th to 90th)$82,220 to $212,480
San Jose, California employment9,630
State vs national+35.0% vs national

Salary distribution

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

Annual wage distribution

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

10TH$82,22025TH$104,420MEDIAN$136,25075TH$175,86090TH$212,480

The middle 50% of workers earn between $104,420 and $175,860, with a median of $136,250.

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 Jose 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 Jose, California?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Project Management Specialists in the San Jose metropolitan area is $136,250.
Does San Jose pay more than the California state average for Project Management Specialists?
The San Jose metro median is +22.4% versus the California state median of $111,300.
How does San Jose compare to the national median for Project Management Specialists?
The San Jose metro median is +35.0% versus the BLS national figure of $100,946.
What is the salary range for Project Management Specialists in San Jose?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $82,220 and the 90th-percentile at $212,480 for the San Jose 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 Jose 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.