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| Average Salary: | $118,870 |
| Salary Range: (10th – 90th Percentile) | $65,180 – $175,910 |
| Median Salary: $108,630 | Wage Mean: $57.15 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
Massachusetts is one of the most dynamic markets in the U.S. for certified project managers, with demand spanning biotech, finance, defense, and manufacturing. At any given time, you’ll find 450–500 “PMP®” job postings and 1,600–1,700 broader “Project Manager” roles, concentrated around Greater Boston’s biotech and finance corridor with strong spillover into Worcester’s manufacturing and operations base. This consistent demand makes Massachusetts a high-signal market for project management careers.
Compensation outlook is equally competitive. Project Managers in Boston average base pay in the low $110Ks, with senior/PMP-certified roles trending higher—often pushing total pay beyond base. For CAPM-track roles (associate PM or project coordinator), $75k–$85k is a realistic early-career band across Massachusetts, depending on sector and experience. Globally, PMP® holders report earning 33% more than non-PMP® peers, underlining the credential’s value.
Our PMP® & CAPM®Training Bundle satisfies PMI®’s contact-hour requirements (35 hours for PMP®, 23 for CAPM®), while including PMI-style exam drills, full-length practice mocks, and mobile-friendly study access. You can test online via OnVUE remote proctoring or in-person at Pearson VUE centers in Boston and Worcester. With lifetime access to study resources and mentor support, you’ll be positioned to formalize expertise, pivot industries, and advance your career across Massachusetts’ project management landscape.
Current as of: February 2026
Fidelity Investments: Finance, platform delivery & operations (Boston/Smithfield). View roles → Fidelity Careers
Raytheon (RTX): Defense and space programs (Andover/Tewksbury/Woburn). View roles → RTX Careers
GE (Aerospace, Vernova, HealthCare): Energy & aerospace programs (Lynn/Boston). View roles → GE Careers
PMI Mass Bay Chapter: Hosts the annual Professional Development Conference (PDC). Offers webinars, networking, and PDUs year-round. Details & calendar → pmimassbay.org
PMI Central Massachusetts Chapter: Virtual Professional Development Day (PDD): Oct 22, 2025, NextWave PM. Regional events and continuing education opportunities. Details → pmicmass.org
“Practice exams built confidence—passed PMP during a role change and landed a Raytheon role right after!”
– Nora K., Boston Analyst
PMP® & CAPM® Certification Training Courses in Massachusetts
Our PMP® Certification Training Program is PMI® Authorized with a 92% first-time pass rate—start your 7-day free trial today; cancel anytime.
CAPM® Certification Training Program: Get the 23 PMI®-required contact hours for CAPM®—start your 7-day free trial now; cancel anytime.
Project Management Salary in Massachusetts
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| Average Salary: | $118,870 |
| Salary Range: (10th – 90th Percentile) | $65,180 – $175,910 |
| Median Salary: $108,630 | Wage Mean: $57.15 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
Massachusetts is one of the most dynamic markets in the U.S. for certified project managers, with demand spanning biotech, finance, defense, and manufacturing. At any given time, you’ll find 450–500 “PMP®” job postings and 1,600–1,700 broader “Project Manager” roles, concentrated around Greater Boston’s biotech and finance corridor with strong spillover into Worcester’s manufacturing and operations base. This consistent demand makes Massachusetts a high-signal market for project management careers.
Compensation outlook is equally competitive. Project Managers in Boston average base pay in the low $110Ks, with senior/PMP-certified roles trending higher—often pushing total pay beyond base. For CAPM-track roles (associate PM or project coordinator), $75k–$85k is a realistic early-career band across Massachusetts, depending on sector and experience. Globally, PMP® holders report earning 33% more than non-PMP® peers, underlining the credential’s value.
Our PMP® & CAPM®Training Bundle satisfies PMI®’s contact-hour requirements (35 hours for PMP®, 23 for CAPM®), while including PMI-style exam drills, full-length practice mocks, and mobile-friendly study access. You can test online via OnVUE remote proctoring or in-person at Pearson VUE centers in Boston and Worcester. With lifetime access to study resources and mentor support, you’ll be positioned to formalize expertise, pivot industries, and advance your career across Massachusetts’ project management landscape.
Current as of: February 2026
Fidelity Investments: Finance, platform delivery & operations (Boston/Smithfield). View roles → Fidelity Careers
Raytheon (RTX): Defense and space programs (Andover/Tewksbury/Woburn). View roles → RTX Careers
GE (Aerospace, Vernova, HealthCare): Energy & aerospace programs (Lynn/Boston). View roles → GE Careers
PMI Mass Bay Chapter: Hosts the annual Professional Development Conference (PDC). Offers webinars, networking, and PDUs year-round. Details & calendar → pmimassbay.org
PMI Central Massachusetts Chapter: Virtual Professional Development Day (PDD): Oct 22, 2025, NextWave PM. Regional events and continuing education opportunities. Details → pmicmass.org
“Practice exams built confidence—passed PMP during a role change and landed a Raytheon role right after!”
– Nora K., Boston Analyst
