Project Management Specialists vs. Accountants and Auditors: Who Earns More?
Project Management Specialists out-earn Accountants and Auditors by $19K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Project Management Specialists land at $102,320 and Accountants and Auditors at $83,680. The education gap is real: project management specialist programs typically require bachelor's degree, while accountants and auditor programs require bachelor's degree. Top-paying state for Project Management Specialists is Washington ($124,160); for Accountants and Auditors it's District of Columbia ($111,530).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Project Management Specialists median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Project Management Specialists or Accountants and Auditors?
Project Management Specialists earn more nationally. The median is $102,320 for Project Management Specialists versus $83,680 for Accountants and Auditors, a difference of $19K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Project Management Specialists or Accountants and Auditors?
Project Management Specialists has the better 10-year outlook at 5.6% projected growth, compared to 4.6% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Project Management Specialists or Accountants and Auditors?
Project Management Specialists typically requires bachelor's degree. Accountants and Auditors requires bachelor's degree. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Project Management Specialists get paid the most?
Washington is the top-paying state for Project Management Specialists at $124,160/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Project Management Specialists vs. Accountants and Auditors pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In Washington, Project Management Specialists earn $124,160 vs. $96,550 for Accountants and Auditors. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.