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Project Manager Salary in Alabama

The median project manager salary in Alabama is $82,972 per year, which is 13% below the national median of $95,370.

Median Salary

$82,972

vs National

$-12,398

State Rank

#44 of 50

Cost of Living

87%

Project Manager Salary in Alabama by Experience

In Alabama, an entry-level project manager earns around $50,460, while experienced professionals earn up to $126,150 per year. The cost of living index in Alabama is 87% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$50,460

$-7,540 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$83,520

$-12,480 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$126,150

$-18,850 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Alabama

Percentile	AL Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$48,894	$56,200	$-7,306
25th Percentile	$63,510	$73,000	$-9,490
Median (50th)	$82,972	$95,370	$-12,398
75th Percentile	$109,620	$126,000	$-16,380
90th Percentile	$138,417	$159,100	$-20,683

Project Manager Salary by City in Alabama

The largest employment areas for project managers in Alabama include Birmingham, Huntsville, Montgomery, and Mobile. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Birmingham, AL

$85,833

Pop. 197,575 · COL 90%

Huntsville, AL

$87,740

Pop. 216,963 · COL 92%

Montgomery, AL

$82,018

Pop. 200,603 · COL 86%

Mobile, AL

$81,065

Pop. 187,041 · COL 85%

Tuscaloosa, AL

$83,926

Pop. 101,129 · COL 88%

How to Become a Project Manager in Alabama

Education

Most project manager positions require a bachelor's degree. Alabama has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Agile/ScrumRisk ManagementBudgetingStakeholder CommunicationJIRA/AsanaPMP Certification

Job Outlook in Alabama

Nationally, project manager employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Alabama's demand may vary based on local industry trends.