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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Project Management Specialists salary in Louisville, Kentucky

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Louisville 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$82,490
Mean annual$88,420
Range (10th to 90th)$51,670 to $130,500
Louisville, Kentucky employment3,340
State vs national-18.3% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Louisville project management specialists fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

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

10TH$51,67025TH$63,710MEDIAN$82,49075TH$103,45090TH$130,500

The middle 50% of workers earn between $63,710 and $103,450, with a median of $82,490.

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)

Task data from O*NET is not yet ingested for this occupation.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Project Management Specialists in Louisville, Kentucky?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Project Management Specialists in the Louisville metropolitan area is $82,490.
Does Louisville pay more than the Kentucky state average for Project Management Specialists?
The Louisville metro median is +1.8% versus the Kentucky state median of $81,060.
How does Louisville compare to the national median for Project Management Specialists?
The Louisville metro median is -18.3% versus the BLS national figure of $100,946.
What is the salary range for Project Management Specialists in Louisville?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $51,670 and the 90th-percentile at $130,500 for the Louisville 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 Louisville 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.