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The average salary for a Cost Estimator in U.S. is $79,520.

Annual Average Salary Information

Annual Average Salary: $79,520

$44,820$124,520

Hourly Pay Information

Hourly Average Salary: $38.23

$21.55$59.87

What does a Cost Estimator earn?

Cost Estimators typically make an average annual salary of around $79,520 in the U.S. They work for a variety of customers, from small local businesses to large global corporations, providing accurate estimates for expenses and cost. Cost Estimators can specialise in different areas such as costing process, cost forecasting, and project management.

How to earn more as a Cost Estimator

"To become a cost estimator, you will need a degree in estimation, project management, or cost accounting. Alternatively, you can go through a degree apprenticeship. To earn more as a cost estimator, you can specialise in a specific field such as construction cost estimating, or move into higher level positions like project manager. If you would like more freedom and autonomy, you can also become self-employed or establish your own cost estimating business."

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Project Estimator (Structural Steel) at Novax Recruitment Group San Antonio, TX in

Job Title: Project Estimator (Structural Steel)


Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 per year


Location: San Antonio, TX


Industry: Structural Steel Fabrication and Erection


Core Function:


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Onsite Estimator & Project Manager (AutoCAD/Revit) in Taylorville

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Residential Painting Estimator & Client Consultant in Stamford

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Residential Painting Project Consultant / Estimator in Stamford

Job Title: Residential Painting Project Consultant / Estimator


Reports To: Owner


Location: Stamford-Greenwich, CT


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Field & Estimating Intern — Learn Construction Costs in New Orleans

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Solutions Estimator: Large-Scale Security Projects in Medina

Convergint is seeking a Solutions Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for medium to large-scale RFPs, greenfield projects, and complex scopes. You will bridge the gap between entry-level estimators and senior professionals by owning opportunities with programmatic customers.

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Solutions Estimator - Medina, OH in Medina

OH Medina Office
Medina Office
1093 Medina Rd.
Suite 800
Medina, OH 44256, USA


OH Medina Office
Medina Office
1093 Medina Rd.
Suite 800
Medina, OH 44256, USA


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