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Project Manager Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median project manager salary in Aurora, IL is $96,324 per year, which is 1.0% above the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$96,324
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
+$954
Cost of Living
95%

Project Manager Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level project manager earns around $58,580, while experienced professionals earn up to $146,450 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$58,580
+$580 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$96,960
+$960 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$146,450
+$1,450 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $56,762
25th Percentile $73,730
Median (50th) $96,324
75th Percentile $127,260
90th Percentile $160,691

Project Manager Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$108,722
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$107,768
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$86,787
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$83,926
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Project Manager in Aurora

Education

Most project manager positions require a bachelor's degree. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Agile/ScrumRisk ManagementBudgetingStakeholder CommunicationJIRA/AsanaPMP Certification

Job Outlook

Nationally, project manager employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.