How much does a Contract Engineer make in Raleigh, NC?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Contract Engineer in Raleigh, NC is $67,717. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $55,681 to a high of $77,001, with most professionals earning between $61,416 and $72,576.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Contract Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Contract Engineer Salary $55,681 Raleigh,NC April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Contract Engineer Salary $61,416 Raleigh,NC April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Contract Engineer Salary $67,717 Raleigh,NC April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Contract Engineer Salary $72,576 Raleigh,NC April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Contract Engineer Salary $77,001 Raleigh,NC April 01, 2025
25% $61,416 10% $55,681 90% $77,001 75% $72,576 $67,717 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. This Job:

    Contract Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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