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Government Contracts Specialist

Average Government Contracts Specialist Salary

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$89,165
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$60k
MEDIAN
$89k
90%
$129k

The average salary for a Government Contracts Specialist is $89,165 in 2025

Base Salary
$60k - $129k
Bonus
$2k - $15k
Profit Sharing
$958 - $16k
Commission
$5k - $33k
Total Pay
$59k - $133k
Based on 2,350 salary profiles (last updated Jul 03 2024)
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3.9 out of 5
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Common Health Benefits for a Government Contracts Specialist

Medical
87%
Dental
82%
Vision
76%
None
12%

Gender Breakdown for Government Contracts Specialists

Female
72.8%
Male
26.2%
Prefer to self-define
1.0%
This data is based on 827 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Government Contracts Specialists

What is the highest pay for Government Contracts Specialists?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Government Contracts Specialist is $129k / year

What is the lowest pay for Government Contracts Specialists?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Government Contracts Specialist is $60k / year

How can Government Contracts Specialists increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Government Contracts Specialist is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Government Contracts Specialist that oversees more junior Government Contracts Specialists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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