What are the main factors that influence a Contracts Administrator I - Construction'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 Administrator I - Construction?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Contracts Administrator I - Construction roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Contracts Administrator I - Construction's salary?

A Contracts Administrator I - Construction's salary grows with experience: a Contracts Administrator I - Construction (0-2 years)earns $67,962, a Contracts Administrator II - Construction (2-4 years)earns $83,900, a Contracts Administrator III - Construction (4-7 years)earns $94,943, a Contracts Administrator IV - Construction (7+ years)earns $114,479, a Contracts Administrator V - Construction (7-10 years)earns $163,080,

What are the highest paying states for a Contracts Administrator I - Construction?

Contracts Administrator I - Construction salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Contracts Administrator I - Construction roles are District of Columbia $72,577, California $72,302, Massachusetts $71,338. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Contracts Administrator I - Construction roles make?

Salaries for Contracts Administrator I - Construction level roles vary by specialization: Contracts Administrator V - Construction: $157,292; Contracts Administrator IV: $115,337; Contracts Administrator IV - Construction: $110,416; Contracts Administrator III: $99,184; Construction Contracts Administrator: $91,603.

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Contracts Administrator I - Construction Salary in Rhode Island

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

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Contracts Administrator I - Construction in Rhode Island is $67,962 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,338
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,147 to $73,917
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $56,852

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Contracts Administrator I - Construction Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,917	$6,160	$1,421	$36
Average	$67,962	$5,664	$1,307	$33
25th Percentile	$62,147	$5,179	$1,195	$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): $67,962
Contracts Administrator II - Construction (2-4 years): $83,900
Contracts Administrator III - Construction (4-7 years): $94,943
Contracts Administrator IV - Construction (7+ years): $114,479
Contracts Administrator V - Construction (7-10 years): $163,080

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Contracts Administrator I - Construction	0-2 years	$67,962
Contracts Administrator II - Construction	2-4 years	$83,900
Contracts Administrator III - Construction	4-7 years	$94,943
Contracts Administrator IV - Construction	7+ years	$114,479
Contracts Administrator V - Construction	7-10 years	$163,080

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How Do Contracts Administrator I - Construction 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 Administrator I - Constructions. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $72,577.
California: $72,302.
Massachusetts: $71,338.

District of Columbia $72,577 California $72,302 Massachusetts $71,338 Washington $71,076 New Jersey $71,050 Alaska $70,958 Connecticut $70,053 New York $69,686

Hawaii $68,513 Rhode Island $67,962 Maryland $67,589 Minnesota $67,077 Colorado $66,881 Illinois $66,815 Oregon $66,566 Delaware $66,382

New Hampshire $66,267 Virginia $66,009 Pennsylvania $65,255 Nevada $64,875 North Dakota $64,750 Michigan $64,554 Wisconsin $64,482 Vermont $64,337

Texas $63,937 Maine $63,911 Arizona $63,872 Ohio $63,826 Georgia $63,223 Indiana $62,921 Wyoming $62,862 Utah $62,771

Iowa $62,731 Kansas $62,417 Louisiana $62,325 North Carolina $62,292 Missouri $62,279 Florida $62,023 Montana $61,886 Nebraska $61,755

Kentucky $61,683 South Carolina $61,420 Tennessee $61,256 Idaho $61,191 New Mexico $60,712 Oklahoma $60,608 Alabama $60,221 South Dakota $59,572

Arkansas $59,218 West Virginia $59,028 Mississippi $58,457

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:

Adamsville: $68,812
Albion: $68,230
Ashaway: $68,681

Adamsville, RI $68,812 Albion, RI $68,230 Ashaway, RI $68,681 Barrington, RI $68,051 Block Island, RI $68,430 Bradford, RI $68,640 Bristol, RI $68,313 Carolina, RI $68,527

Charlestown, RI $68,552 Chepachet, RI $68,415 Clayville, RI $68,224 Coventry, RI $68,228 West Greenwich, RI $68,416 East Greenwich, RI $68,182 Exeter, RI $68,397 Fiskeville, RI $68,049

Forestdale, RI $68,574 Foster, RI $68,379 Glendale, RI $68,579 Greene, RI $68,469 Greenville, RI $68,076 Harmony, RI $68,163 Harrisville, RI $68,550 Hope, RI $68,092

Hope Valley, RI $68,621 Hopkinton, RI $68,711 Jamestown, RI $68,482 Kenyon, RI $68,518 Little Compton, RI $68,801 Manville, RI $68,320 Mapleville, RI $68,428 Newport, RI $68,551

Middletown, RI $68,581 North Kingstown, RI $68,299 North Scituate, RI $68,164 Oakland, RI $68,502 Pascoag, RI $68,595 Pawtucket, RI $67,949 Central Falls, RI $67,979 Cumberland, RI $68,365

Lincoln, RI $68,047 Portsmouth, RI $68,544 Prudence Island, RI $68,403 Rockville, RI $68,701 Saunderstown, RI $68,441 Shannock, RI $68,522 Slatersville, RI $68,574 Slocum, RI $68,439

Tiverton, RI $68,752 Wakefield, RI $68,499 Kingston, RI $68,473 Narragansett, RI $68,518 Peace Dale, RI $68,491 Warren, RI $68,226 Warwick, RI $68,036 Westerly, RI $68,698

West Kingston, RI $68,495 West Warwick, RI $68,120 Wood River Junction, RI $68,592 Woonsocket, RI $68,578 North Smithfield, RI $68,422 Wyoming, RI $68,522 Providence, RI $67,929 Cranston, RI $67,939

North Providence, RI $67,947 East Providence, RI $67,934 Riverside, RI $67,956 Rumford, RI $67,946 Smithfield, RI $68,084 Johnston, RI $67,969

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 $73,882. While startup companies pay approximate $62,648.

Contracts Administrator I - Construction Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$62,648
Growth Stage	51~500	$66,213
Established	501~5000	$71,395
Enterprise	5000+	$73,882

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	$95,147	$46.0	40%
Construction	$81,555	$39.0	20%

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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$62,147

Average $67,962/year

$73,917

$5,179

Average $5,664/month

$6,160

$1,195

Average $1,307/week

$1,421

$30

Average $33/hour

$36

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,917	$6,160	$1,421	$36
Average	$67,962	$5,664	$1,307	$33
25th Percentile	$62,147	$5,179	$1,195	$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 $83,900 - a projected growth of 23% over your current level.

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