As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Contract Engineer in Saint Cloud, MN is $68,032, equivalent to $33 per hour, $1,308 weekly, or $5,669 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 Saint Cloud, MN vary widely, spanning from $57,965 to $77,018. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($62,763) and 75th percentile ($72,736), while top earners (90th percentile) make $77,018 per year. This $9,973 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, Saint Cloud Contract Engineer often earn 3.6% lower than national averages. However, Saint Cloud currently ranks 402 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 $57,965 Saint Cloud, MN January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Contract Engineer Salary $62,763 Saint Cloud, MN January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Contract Engineer Salary $68,032 Saint Cloud, MN January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Contract Engineer Salary $72,736 Saint Cloud, MN January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Contract Engineer Salary $77,018 Saint Cloud, MN January 01, 2026
25% $62,763 10% $57,965 90% $77,018 75% $72,736 $68,032 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Saint Cloud, Minnesota    St. Cloud is a city in the U.S. state of Minnesota and the largest population center in the state's central region. Its population is 67,984 according....More

Saint Cloud, Minnesota  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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