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

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 $105,146, a Contracts Administration Senior Supervisor (10+ years)earns $128,990, a Contracts Administration Manager (10+ years)earns $147,328, a Contracts Administration Director (10+ years)earns $197,190, an SVP of Contracts (10+ years)earns $269,542,

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 $147,328, California $146,770, Massachusetts $144,814. 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: $243,435; Contracts Administration Director: $178,098; Proposals and Contracts Administration Manager: $133,090; Contracts Manager: $133,070; Proposals and Contracts Administration Senior Supervisor: $116,510.

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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 April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Contracts Administration Manager in District of Columbia is $147,328 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): $173,879
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $131,787 to $161,226
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $117,637

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Contracts Administration Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,226	$13,436	$3,101	$78
Average	$147,328	$12,277	$2,833	$71
25th Percentile	$131,787	$10,982	$2,534	$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): $105,146
Contracts Administration Senior Supervisor (10+ years): $128,990
Contracts Administration Manager (10+ years): $147,328
Contracts Administration Director (10+ years): $197,190
SVP of Contracts (10+ years): $269,542

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Contracts Administration Supervisor	10+ years	$105,146
Contracts Administration Senior Supervisor	10+ years	$128,990
Contracts Administration Manager	10+ years	$147,328
Contracts Administration Director	10+ years	$197,190
SVP of Contracts	10+ years	$269,542

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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: $147,328.
California: $146,770.
Massachusetts: $144,814.

District of Columbia $147,328 California $146,770 Massachusetts $144,814 Washington $144,281 New Jersey $144,228 Alaska $144,042 Connecticut $142,205 New York $141,460

Hawaii $139,078 Rhode Island $137,961 Maryland $137,202 Minnesota $136,164 Colorado $135,765 Illinois $135,632 Oregon $135,126 Delaware $134,754

New Hampshire $134,520 Virginia $133,995 Pennsylvania $132,465 Nevada $131,693 North Dakota $131,441 Michigan $131,041 Wisconsin $130,895 Vermont $130,602

Texas $129,791 Maine $129,737 Arizona $129,658 Ohio $129,564 Georgia $128,340 Indiana $127,728 Wyoming $127,608 Utah $127,422

Iowa $127,342 Kansas $126,704 Louisiana $126,517 North Carolina $126,451 Missouri $126,424 Florida $125,905 Montana $125,626 Nebraska $125,360

Kentucky $125,213 South Carolina $124,681 Tennessee $124,348 Idaho $124,215 New Mexico $123,244 Oklahoma $123,031 Alabama $122,246 South Dakota $120,929

Arkansas $120,210 West Virginia $119,824 Mississippi $118,666

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: $147,328
Washington: $147,328
Naval Anacost Annex: $147,328

Parcel Return Service, DC $147,328 Washington, DC $147,328 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $147,328 Washington Navy Yard, DC $147,328

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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$131,787

Average $147,328/year

$161,226

$10,982

Average $12,277/month

$13,436

$2,534

Average $2,833/week

$3,101

$63

Average $71/hour

$78

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,226	$13,436	$3,101	$78
Average	$147,328	$12,277	$2,833	$71
25th Percentile	$131,787	$10,982	$2,534	$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 $197,190 - a projected growth of 34% over your current level.

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