Assistant Vice President Contracting Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Vice President Contracting make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Vice President Contracting in the United States is $258,213 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $124.

However, an Assistant Vice President Contracting's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $322,912
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $237,102 to $292,079
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $217,882
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Assistant Vice President Contracting Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $292,079 $24,340 $5,617 $140
Average $258,213 $21,518 $4,966 $124
25th Percentile $237,102 $19,759 $4,560 $114
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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Vice President Contracting Salaries

An Assistant Vice President Contracting'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Assistant Vice President Contracting 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 Assistant Vice President Contractings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $285,893.
  • California: $284,809.
  • Massachusetts: $281,013.

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Vice President Contractings

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:

  • San Jose: $325,684
  • San Francisco: $322,118
  • Oakland: $315,330

What Skills Can Increase an Assistant Vice President Contracting's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 5.02% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • General Ledger (Mentioned in 2.93% Job Postings): Creating and keeping track of business transactions and activities to monitor financial operations.
  • Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (Mentioned in 1.03% Job Postings): Helping and maintaining accounting rules and standards for financial reporting to ensure consistency and transparency.
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Analysis 5.02%
General Ledger 2.93%
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles 1.03%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Assistant Vice President Contracting's salary.
  • Initiative: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Insight: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Technical Accounting: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Initiative
 $271,124
5%
Insight
 $271,124
5%
Technical Accounting
 $268,542
4%
Cash Management
 $268,542
4%
Financial Management
 $268,542
4%
Analytical Skills
 $265,959
3%
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Assistant Vice President Contracting Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Vice President Contracting roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 47% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 22% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Vice President Contracting positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Vice President Contracting as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Vice President Contracting

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$315,020$151.022%
Energy & Utilities$309,856$149.020%
Insurance$304,691$146.018%
Internet$289,199$139.012%
Aerospace & Defense$284,034$137.010%

How Education impacts an Assistant Vice President Contracting's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Vice President Contractings enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Assistant Vice President Contracting with a Bachelor's Degree is between $242,584 and $264,930).

Assistant Vice President Contracting Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Vice President Contracting
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.3%
High School 3.9%
Associates 4.1%
Bachelors 57.5%
Masters 33.9%
Doctorate 0.3%
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Assistant Vice President Contracting Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Vice President Contracting'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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$237,102
Average $258,213/year
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Average $21,518/month
$24,340
$4,560
Average $4,966/week
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Average $124/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $292,079 $24,340 $5,617 $140
Average $258,213 $21,518 $4,966 $124
25th Percentile $237,102 $19,759 $4,560 $114

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Salary Trends for Assistant Vice President Contracting

Salaries for an Assistant Vice President Contracting can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $209,791 in 2023 to around $216,502 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Assistant Vice President Contracting salary trends, .

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$218,678
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