Project Billing Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does a Project Billing Specialist make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Billing Specialist in the United States is $63,988 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

However, a Project Billing Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,897
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,954 to $70,745
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,461
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Project Billing Specialist Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
Pay
Weekly
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Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $70,745 $5,895 $1,360 $34
Average $63,988 $5,332 $1,231 $31
25th Percentile $57,954 $4,830 $1,115 $28
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Key Factors That Influence Project Billing Specialist Salaries

A Project Billing Specialist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Project Billing Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Project Billing Specialist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $48,612
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $58,173
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $64,407
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $73,216
  • Expert (over 8 years): $104,777
Levels Salary
Billing C... Level Project Billing Specialist$48,612
Billing C... Level Project Billing Specialist$58,173
Project B... Level Project Billing Specialist$64,407
Billing S... Level Project Billing Specialist$73,216
Billing S... Level Project Billing Specialist$104,777
$48,612 0 yr
$58,173 < 2 yrs
$64,407 2-4 yrs
$73,216 5-8 yrs
$104,777 > 8 yrs
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How Do Project Billing Specialist Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Project Billing Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $70,847.
  • California: $70,579.
  • Massachusetts: $69,638.

Top Paying Cities for Project Billing Specialists

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $80,708
  • San Francisco: $79,914
  • Oakland: $78,142

What Skills Can Increase a Project Billing Specialist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 4.63% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Medical Billing (Mentioned in 2.81% Job Postings): Medical billing is a payment practice within the United States health system. The process involves a healthcare provider submitting, following up on, and appealing claims with health insurance companies in order to receive payment for services rendered; such as testing, treatments, and procedures. The same process is used for most insurance companies, whether they are private companies or government sponsored programs: Medical coding reports what the diagnosis and treatment were, and prices are applied accordingly. Medical billers are encouraged, but not required by law, to become certified by taking an exam such as the CMRS Exam, RHIA Exam, CPB Exam and others. Certification schools are intended to provide a theoretical grounding for students entering the medical billing field. Some community colleges in the United States offer certificates, or even associate degrees, in the field. Those seeking advancement may be cross-trained in medical coding or transcription or auditing, and may earn a bachelor's or graduate degree in medical information science and technology.
  • Microsoft Excel (Mentioned in 1.18% Job Postings): Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet developed by Microsoft for Windows, macOS, Android and iOS. It features calculation or computation capabilities, graphing tools, pivot tables, and a macro programming language called Visual Basic for Applications.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 4.63%
Medical Billing 2.81%
Microsoft Excel 1.18%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Project Billing Specialist's salary.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Innovation: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Analysis
$69,107
8%
Collaboration
$68,467
7%
Innovation
$67,827
6%
Consulting
$67,827
6%
Oral Communication
$67,187
5%
Leadership
$67,187
5%
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Project Billing Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Project Billing Specialist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Project Billing Specialist

Salaries for a Project Billing Specialist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $59,106 in 2023 to around $58,350 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Project Billing Specialist salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Project Billing Specialist Over Time

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$58,768
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