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Contracts Administrator I - Construction Salary in Maryland

How much does a Contracts Administrator I - Construction make in Maryland?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Contracts Administrator I - Construction in Maryland is $67,589 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, a Contracts Administrator I - Construction's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $78,902
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $61,805 to $73,510
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $56,540
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Contracts Administrator I - Construction Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
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75th Percentile $73,510 $6,126 $1,414 $35
Average $67,589 $5,632 $1,300 $32
25th Percentile $61,805 $5,150 $1,189 $30
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Key Factors That Influence Contracts Administrator I - Construction Salaries

A Contracts Administrator I - Construction'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 Administrator I - Construction Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Contracts Administrator I - Construction'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 Administrator I - Construction (0-2 years): $67,589
  • Contracts Administrator II - Construction (2-4 years): $83,439
  • Contracts Administrator III - Construction (4-7 years): $94,421
  • Contracts Administrator IV - Construction (7+ years): $113,850
  • Contracts Administrator V - Construction (7-10 years): $162,184
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Contracts Administrator I - Construction0-2 years$67,589
Contracts Administrator II - Construction2-4 years$83,439
Contracts Administrator III - Construction4-7 years$94,421
Contracts Administrator IV - Construction7+ years$113,850
Contracts Administrator V - Construction7-10 years$162,184
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Top Paying Cities for Contracts Administrator I - Constructions

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:

  • Owings: $69,593
  • Riverdale: $72,083
  • College Park: $72,000

Contracts Administrator I - Construction Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Contracts Administrator I - Construction salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $73,476. While startup companies pay approximate $62,303.

Contracts Administrator I - Construction Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$62,303
Growth Stage51~500$65,849
Established501~5000$71,003
Enterprise5000+$73,476

Contracts Administrator I - Construction Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Contracts Administrator I - Construction roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Construction sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Contracts Administrator I - Construction positions in MFG Durable or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Contracts Administrator I - Construction as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Contracts Administrator I - Construction

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$94,624$45.040%
Construction$81,106$39.020%

Contracts Administrator I - Construction Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Contracts Administrator I - Construction'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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$61,805
Average $67,589/year
$73,510
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Average $5,632/month
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$1,189
Average $1,300/week
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Average $32/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $73,510 $6,126 $1,414 $35
Average $67,589 $5,632 $1,300 $32
25th Percentile $61,805 $5,150 $1,189 $30

Contracts Administrator I - Construction Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Contracts Administrator I - Construction, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Contracts Administrator II - Construction role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $83,439 - a projected growth of 23% over your current level.

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