Contracting Officer salary in the United States

The average salary for a contracting officer in the United States is $97,000 per year. Contracting officer salaries in the United States can vary between $41,000 to $146,000 and depend on various factors, including skills, experience, employer, bonuses, tips, and more.

This data is exclusive to Mint Salary and is based on 1,371 tax returns from TurboTax customers who reported their occupation as contracting officer.

The following companies offer the highest salaries for contracting officers in the United States: US Department of Defense ($121,500 a year), National Finance Center ($110,500 a year), and Central Intelligence Agency ($86,000 a year).

The following cities offer the highest salaries for contracting officers in the United States: Washington Metro Area, DC ($117,500 a year), Boston Metro Area, MA ($115,000 a year), and San Diego Metro Area, CA ($115,000 a year).