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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Project Management Specialists salary in Raleigh, North Carolina

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Raleigh 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$101,520
Mean annual$105,920
Range (10th to 90th)$61,820 to $162,360
Raleigh, North Carolina employment7,310
State vs national+0.6% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Raleigh project management specialists fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

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

10TH$61,82025TH$77,240MEDIAN$101,52075TH$131,49090TH$162,360

The middle 50% of workers earn between $77,240 and $131,490, with a median of $101,520.

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 North Carolina

How the Raleigh metro compares to other major North Carolina metro areas for project management specialists.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Project Management Specialists in Raleigh, North Carolina?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Project Management Specialists in the Raleigh metropolitan area is $101,520.
Does Raleigh pay more than the North Carolina state average for Project Management Specialists?
The Raleigh metro median is +1.9% versus the North Carolina state median of $99,580.
How does Raleigh compare to the national median for Project Management Specialists?
The Raleigh metro median is +0.6% versus the BLS national figure of $100,946.
What is the salary range for Project Management Specialists in Raleigh?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $61,820 and the 90th-percentile at $162,360 for the Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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.