Principal vs Project Manager
Salary comparison in New York
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| Metric | Principal | Project Manager | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25th Percentile (P25) | $180K | $94K | $-85901 |
| Median (P50) | $235K | $104K | $-131000 (-56%) |
| 75th Percentile (P75) | $300K | $130K | $-170000 |
| IQR (P75 − P25) | $120K | $36K | — |
| Data Points | <25 | 34 | — |
Median Salary Gap
Principal
$235K
Project Manager
$104K
Project Manager median is -56% below Principal in New York
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