What are the main factors that influence a Contracts Administration Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Contracts Administration Manager?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Contracts Administration Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Contracts Administration Manager's salary?

A Contracts Administration Manager's salary grows with experience: a Contracts Administration Supervisor (10+ years)earns $105,173, a Contracts Administration Senior Supervisor (10+ years)earns $128,978, a Contracts Administration Manager (10+ years)earns $147,356, a Contracts Administration Director (10+ years)earns $197,281, an SVP of Contracts (10+ years)earns $269,592,

What are the highest paying states for a Contracts Administration Manager?

Contracts Administration Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Contracts Administration Manager roles are District of Columbia $147,356, California $146,797, Massachusetts $144,841. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Contracts Administration Manager roles make?

Salaries for Contracts Administration Manager level roles vary by specialization: SVP of Contracts Administration: $243,480; Contracts Administration Director: $178,180; Proposals and Contracts Administration Manager: $133,090; Contracts Manager: $133,090; Contracts Administration Senior Supervisor: $116,490.

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Contracts Administration Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Contracts Administration Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Contracts Administration Manager in District of Columbia is $147,356 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $71.

However, a Contracts Administration Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $173,793
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $131,810 to $161,194
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $117,656

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Contracts Administration Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,194	$13,433	$3,100	$77
Average	$147,356	$12,280	$2,834	$71
25th Percentile	$131,810	$10,984	$2,535	$63

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Key Factors That Influence Contracts Administration Manager Salaries

A Contracts Administration Manager'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 Contracts Administration Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Contracts Administration Manager'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:

Contracts Administration Supervisor (10+ years): $105,173
Contracts Administration Senior Supervisor (10+ years): $128,978
Contracts Administration Manager (10+ years): $147,356
Contracts Administration Director (10+ years): $197,281
SVP of Contracts (10+ years): $269,592

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Contracts Administration Supervisor	10+ years	$105,173
Contracts Administration Senior Supervisor	10+ years	$128,978
Contracts Administration Manager	10+ years	$147,356
Contracts Administration Director	10+ years	$197,281
SVP of Contracts	10+ years	$269,592

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How Do Contracts Administration Manager 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 Contracts Administration Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $147,356.
California: $146,797.
Massachusetts: $144,841.

District of Columbia $147,356 California $146,797 Massachusetts $144,841 Washington $144,308 New Jersey $144,255 Alaska $144,069 Connecticut $142,232 New York $141,487

Hawaii $139,105 Rhode Island $137,987 Maryland $137,228 Minnesota $136,190 Colorado $135,791 Illinois $135,658 Oregon $135,152 Delaware $134,779

New Hampshire $134,545 Virginia $134,021 Pennsylvania $132,490 Nevada $131,718 North Dakota $131,465 Michigan $131,066 Wisconsin $130,920 Vermont $130,627

Texas $129,815 Maine $129,762 Arizona $129,682 Ohio $129,589 Georgia $128,364 Indiana $127,752 Wyoming $127,632 Utah $127,446

Iowa $127,366 Kansas $126,727 Louisiana $126,541 North Carolina $126,474 Missouri $126,448 Florida $125,929 Montana $125,649 Nebraska $125,383

Kentucky $125,237 South Carolina $124,704 Tennessee $124,372 Idaho $124,239 New Mexico $123,267 Oklahoma $123,054 Alabama $122,269 South Dakota $120,951

Arkansas $120,233 West Virginia $119,847 Mississippi $118,689

Top Paying Cities for Contracts Administration Managers

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:

Parcel Return Service: $146,556
Washington: $146,558
Naval Anacost Annex: $146,551

Parcel Return Service, DC $146,556 Washington, DC $146,558 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $146,551 Washington Navy Yard, DC $146,556

Contracts Administration Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Contracts Administration Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $164,817. While startup companies pay approximate $139,386.

Contracts Administration Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$139,386
Growth Stage	51~500	$147,422
Established	501~5000	$159,162
Enterprise	5000+	$164,817

Contracts Administration Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Contracts Administration Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Contracts Administration Manager positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Contracts Administration Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Contracts Administration Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$176,827	$85.0	20%
Biotechnology	$169,460	$81.0	15%
Business Services	$162,092	$78.0	10%
Chemicals	$159,145	$77.0	8%
Construction	$156,198	$75.0	6%

Contracts Administration Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Contracts Administration Manager'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.

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$131,810

Average $147,356/year

$161,194

$10,984

Average $12,280/month

$13,433

$2,535

Average $2,834/week

$3,100

$63

Average $71/hour

$77

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,194	$13,433	$3,100	$77
Average	$147,356	$12,280	$2,834	$71
25th Percentile	$131,810	$10,984	$2,535	$63

Contracts Administration Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Contracts Administration Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Contracts Administration Director role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $197,281 - a projected growth of 34% over your current level.

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