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Project Manager Salary in Columbus, Ohio

The median project manager salary in Columbus, OH is $90,602 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 5.6% above the Ohio state average.

City Median
$90,602
vs State Avg
+$4,769
vs National
$-4,768
Cost of Living
95%

Project Manager Salary in Columbus by Experience

In Columbus, an entry-level project manager earns around $55,100, while experienced professionals earn up to $137,750 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$55,100
$-2,900 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$91,200
$-4,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$137,750
$-7,250 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Columbus, OH

Percentile Columbus
10th Percentile $53,390
25th Percentile $69,350
Median (50th) $90,602
75th Percentile $119,700
90th Percentile $151,145

Project Manager Salary in Other Ohio Cities

Cincinnati, OH
$85,833
Pop. 309,317
Cleveland, OH
$82,018
Pop. 372,624
Akron, OH
$80,111
Pop. 190,469
Toledo, OH
$78,203
Pop. 270,871

How to Become a Project Manager in Columbus

Education

Most project manager positions require a bachelor's degree. Columbus and the surrounding Ohio 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 Columbus may vary based on local industry and population growth.