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

A Contracts Administrator's salary grows with experience: starting around $69,165 for beginners, reaching about $71,266 at mid-level, and approach $71,737 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Contracts Administrator?

Contracts Administrator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Contracts Administrator roles are District of Columbia $70,136, California $69,870, Massachusetts $68,939. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Contracts Administrator roles make?

Salaries for Contracts Administrator level roles vary by specialization: Expert Contracts Administrator: $141,400; Contracts Administrator V: $141,387; Lead Contracts Administrator: $115,400; Contracts Administrator IV: $115,363; Senior Contracts Administrator: $99,200.

Contracts Administrator Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Contracts Administrator make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Contracts Administrator in District of Columbia is $70,136 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $82,365
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $63,551 to $76,537
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,556

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Contracts Administrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,537	$6,378	$1,472	$37
Average	$70,136	$5,845	$1,349	$34
25th Percentile	$63,551	$5,296	$1,222	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Contracts Administrator Salaries

A Contracts Administrator'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 Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Contracts Administrator'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): $69,165
Early Career (1-2 years): $69,854
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $71,266
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $71,548
Expert (over 8 years): $71,737

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Contracts Administrator	$69,165
Intermediate Level Contracts Administrator	$69,854
Senior Level Contracts Administrator	$71,266
Specialist Level Contracts Administrator	$71,548
Expert Level Contracts Administrator	$71,737

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How Do Contracts Administrator 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 Administrators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $70,136.
California: $69,870.
Massachusetts: $68,939.

District of Columbia $70,136 California $69,870 Massachusetts $68,939 Washington $68,686 New Jersey $68,661 Alaska $68,572 Connecticut $67,698 New York $67,343

Hawaii $66,209 Rhode Island $65,677 Maryland $65,316 Minnesota $64,822 Colorado $64,632 Illinois $64,568 Oregon $64,328 Delaware $64,150

New Hampshire $64,039 Virginia $63,789 Pennsylvania $63,061 Nevada $62,693 North Dakota $62,573 Michigan $62,383 Wisconsin $62,313 Vermont $62,174

Texas $61,787 Maine $61,762 Arizona $61,724 Ohio $61,680 Georgia $61,097 Indiana $60,806 Wyoming $60,749 Utah $60,660

Iowa $60,622 Kansas $60,318 Louisiana $60,229 North Carolina $60,198 Missouri $60,185 Florida $59,938 Montana $59,805 Nebraska $59,678

Kentucky $59,608 South Carolina $59,355 Tennessee $59,197 Idaho $59,133 New Mexico $58,671 Oklahoma $58,570 Alabama $58,196 South Dakota $57,569

Arkansas $57,227 West Virginia $57,043 Mississippi $56,492

Top Paying Cities for Contracts Administrators

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: $70,136
Washington: $70,136
Naval Anacost Annex: $70,136

Parcel Return Service, DC $70,136 Washington, DC $70,136 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $70,136 Washington Navy Yard, DC $70,136

Contracts Administrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Contracts Administrator'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 January 01, 2026

$63,551

Average $70,136/year

$76,537

$5,296

Average $5,845/month

$6,378

$1,222

Average $1,349/week

$1,472

$31

Average $34/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,537	$6,378	$1,472	$37
Average	$70,136	$5,845	$1,349	$34
25th Percentile	$63,551	$5,296	$1,222	$31

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