How Much Does a Project Controller Make in Columbia, MD ? (2021 Salary Guide)

Project Controller Salary in Columbia, MD

As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Project Controller in Columbia, MD is $261,010, equivalent to $125 per hour, $5,019 weekly, or $21,751 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Project Controller in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Project Controller in Columbia, MD vary widely, spanning from $219,906 to $320,859. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($239,495) and 75th percentile ($292,337), while top earners (90th percentile) make $320,859 per year. This $52,842 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or General Ledger, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Columbia Project Controller often earn 0.2% higher than national averages. However, Columbia currently ranks 283 statewide for Project Controller job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Project Controller Salary $219,906 Columbia, MD May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Project Controller Salary $239,495 Columbia, MD May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Project Controller Salary $261,010 Columbia, MD May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Project Controller Salary $292,337 Columbia, MD May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Project Controller Salary $320,859 Columbia, MD May 18, 2021
25% $239,495 10% $219,906 90% $320,859 75% $292,337 $261,010 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Project Controller ?

The project controller is a key member of the project team and works directly with the project manager to help define the project's goals and objectives; create and maintain a project's budget and schedule, analyse progress reported against the work schedules; and recommend actions to improve progress. In order to ensure accurate documentation and reporting on a consistent basis, many organisations are positioning the project manager and project controller as part of a centralised project support organisation....

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About Columbia, Maryland    The center of Columbia is located at 39°12.5′N 76°52′W / 39.2083°N 76.867°W / 39.2083; -76.867. Because it is unincorporated, there is confusion ov....More

Columbia, Maryland  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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