As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Contract Engineer in Rochester, NY is $67,638, equivalent to $33 per hour, $1,301 weekly, or $5,637 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Contract Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Contract Engineer in Rochester, NY vary widely, spanning from $57,629 to $76,584. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($62,399) and 75th percentile ($72,320), while top earners (90th percentile) make $76,584 per year. This $9,921 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Carpentry, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Rochester Contract Engineer often earn 7.7% lower than national averages. However, Rochester currently ranks 422 statewide for Contract Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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 $57,629 Rochester, NY April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Contract Engineer Salary $62,399 Rochester, NY April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Contract Engineer Salary $67,638 Rochester, NY April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Contract Engineer Salary $72,320 Rochester, NY April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Contract Engineer Salary $76,584 Rochester, NY April 01, 2026
25% $62,399 10% $57,629 90% $76,584 75% $72,320 $67,638 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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