What are the main factors that influence a Software Development Project Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Software Development Project Manager's salary?

A Software Development Project Manager's salary grows with experience: an IT Project Manager I (0-2 years)earns $93,443, an Software Development Project Manager (2-4 years)earns $111,661, an IT Project Manager III (4-7 years)earns $136,264, an IT Project Manager IV (7+ years)earns $158,667, an IT Project Manager V (7-10 years)earns $176,649,

What are the highest paying states for a Software Development Project Manager?

Software Development Project Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software Development Project Manager roles are District of Columbia $109,282, California $108,867, Massachusetts $107,417. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Software Development Project Manager roles make?

Salaries for Software Development Project Manager level roles vary by specialization: Manager Of Software Development: $169,651; Software Development Manager: $169,510; Software Engineering Manager: $169,505; Mobile Software Development Manager: $156,600; Embedded Software Engineering Manager: $153,594.

Software Development Project Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Software Development Project Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Software Development Project Manager in District of Columbia is $109,854 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

However, a Software Development Project Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $125,803
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $98,716 to $118,203
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $88,575

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Software Development Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$118,203	$9,850	$2,273	$57
Average	$109,854	$9,155	$2,113	$53
25th Percentile	$98,716	$8,226	$1,898	$47

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Key Factors That Influence Software Development Project Manager Salaries

A Software Development Project Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Software Development Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software Development Project Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $93,443
Early Career (1-2 years): $111,661
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $136,264
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $158,667
Expert (over 8 years): $176,649

Levels	Salary
IT Projec... Level Software Development Project Manager	$93,443
Software ... Level Software Development Project Manager	$111,661
IT Projec... Level Software Development Project Manager	$136,264
IT Projec... Level Software Development Project Manager	$158,667
IT Projec... Level Software Development Project Manager	$176,649

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How Do Software Development Project Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Software Development Project Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $109,282.
California: $108,867.
Massachusetts: $107,417.

District of Columbia $109,282 California $108,867 Massachusetts $107,417 Washington $107,022 New Jersey $106,982 Alaska $106,844 Connecticut $105,482 New York $104,929

Hawaii $103,163 Rhode Island $102,333 Maryland $101,771 Minnesota $101,001 Colorado $100,705 Illinois $100,606 Oregon $100,231 Delaware $99,955

New Hampshire $99,781 Virginia $99,392 Pennsylvania $98,257 Nevada $97,685 North Dakota $97,497 Michigan $97,201 Wisconsin $97,092 Vermont $96,875

Texas $96,273 Maine $96,234 Arizona $96,175 Ohio $96,105 Georgia $95,197 Indiana $94,743 Wyoming $94,655 Utah $94,516

Iowa $94,457 Kansas $93,983 Louisiana $93,845 North Carolina $93,796 Missouri $93,776 Florida $93,391 Montana $93,184 Nebraska $92,986

Kentucky $92,878 South Carolina $92,483 Tennessee $92,236 Idaho $92,138 New Mexico $91,417 Oklahoma $91,259 Alabama $90,677 South Dakota $89,700

Arkansas $89,167 West Virginia $88,880 Mississippi $88,022

Top Paying Cities for Software Development Project Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $109,282
Washington: $109,282
Naval Anacost Annex: $109,282

Parcel Return Service, DC $109,282 Washington, DC $109,282 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $109,282 Washington Navy Yard, DC $109,282

Software Development Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Software Development Project Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$98,716

Average $109,854/year

$118,203

$8,226

Average $9,155/month

$9,850

$1,898

Average $2,113/week

$2,273

$47

Average $53/hour

$57

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$118,203	$9,850	$2,273	$57
Average	$109,854	$9,155	$2,113	$53
25th Percentile	$98,716	$8,226	$1,898	$47

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