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Contract Administrative Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does a Contract Administrative Assistant make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Contract Administrative Assistant in the United States is $99,389 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

However, a Contract Administrative Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $117,297
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $88,403 to $108,763
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $78,401
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Contract Administrative Assistant Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $108,763 $9,064 $2,092 $52
Average $99,389 $8,282 $1,911 $48
25th Percentile $88,403 $7,367 $1,700 $43
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Key Factors That Influence Contract Administrative Assistant Salaries

A Contract Administrative Assistant'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 Experience Level Affects Contract Administrative Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Contract Administrative Assistant'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): $64,926
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $76,241
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $100,152
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $116,452
  • Expert (over 8 years): $142,734
Levels Salary
Contracts... Level Contract Administrative Assistant$64,926
Contracts... Level Contract Administrative Assistant$76,241
Contract ... Level Contract Administrative Assistant$100,152
Contracts... Level Contract Administrative Assistant$116,452
Contracts... Level Contract Administrative Assistant$142,734
$64,926 0 yr
$76,241 < 2 yrs
$100,152 2-4 yrs
$116,452 5-8 yrs
$142,734 > 8 yrs
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How Do Contract Administrative Assistant 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 Contract Administrative Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $110,044.
  • California: $109,626.
  • Massachusetts: $108,165.

Top Paying Cities for Contract Administrative Assistants

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: $125,360
  • San Francisco: $123,987
  • Oakland: $121,374

What Skills Can Increase a Contract Administrative Assistant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 5.85% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 3.01% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
  • Billing (Mentioned in 1.78% Job Postings): Billing refers to the aspect of banking, whereby someone is charged accurately for what item they purchased.
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Analysis 5.85%
Microsoft Office 3.01%
Billing 1.78%
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 a Contract Administrative Assistant's salary.
  • Government Contracting: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • SOW: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Government Contracting
 $105,353
6%
SOW
 $103,365
4%
Leadership
 $103,365
4%
Economics
 $102,371
3%
Statement of Work
 $102,371
3%
Collaboration
 $102,371
3%
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Contract Administrative Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Contract Administrative Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Contract Administrative Assistant positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Contract Administrative Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Contract Administrative Assistant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$139,145$67.040%
Financial Services$119,267$57.020%
Software & Networking$111,316$54.012%
Healthcare$109,328$53.010%
Aerospace & Defense$107,340$52.08%

How Education impacts a Contract Administrative Assistant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Contract Administrative Assistants 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 a Contract Administrative Assistant with a Bachelor's Degree is between $94,689 and $100,841).

Contract Administrative Assistant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Contract Administrative Assistant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.2%
High School 10.7%
Associates 6.4%
Bachelors 43.5%
Masters 26.9%
Doctorate 12.3%
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Contract Administrative Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Contract Administrative Assistant'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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$88,403
Average $99,389/year
$108,763
$7,367
Average $8,282/month
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$1,700
Average $1,911/week
$2,092
$43
Average $48/hour
$52
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $108,763 $9,064 $2,092 $52
Average $99,389 $8,282 $1,911 $48
25th Percentile $88,403 $7,367 $1,700 $43

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Salary Trends for Contract Administrative Assistant

Salaries for a Contract Administrative Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $92,293 in 2023 to around $90,904 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Contract Administrative Assistant salary trends, .

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  • Columbus Oncology &amp; Hematology

    Columbus, OH

    Administrative Assistant

    Columbus Oncology &amp; Hematology | Columbus, OH

    Summary:The Administrative Assistant will adhere to strict confidentiality standards during the performance of all duties and responsibilities.This positio... more

    4 Days Ago

  • Educational Solutions Company

    Columbus, OH

    Administrative Assistant

    Educational Solutions Company | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Description. About the Organization. Educational Solutions is a mission-driven organization dedicated to making a. “World... more

    4 Days Ago

  • Manifest Solutions

    Columbus, OH

    Administrative Assistant

    Manifest Solutions | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Manifest Solutions is currently seeking a Community Engagement Administrative Assistant for an onsite position in Columbu... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Acadia Healthcare

    Columbus, OH

    Administrative Assistant

    Acadia Healthcare | Columbus, OH

    Acadia Healthcare - 880 Greenlawn Avenue - Responsibilities: Provide administrative support to facility management. Attend meetings and take accurate minut... more

    7 Days Ago

  • The Ohio State University

    Columbus, OH

    Administrative Assistant

    The Ohio State University | Columbus, OH

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    3 Days Ago

  • First American

    Columbus, OH

    Administrative Assistant

    First American | Columbus, OH

    Who We AreJoin a team that puts its People First. As a member of First American's family of companies, National Commercial Services provides single-point s... more

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FAQ about Contract Administrative Assistant

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Contract Administrative Assistant?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Contract Administrative Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

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