Construction Estimator Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, construction estimators can expect significant employment growth over the next several years. The employment outlook is especially positive for estimators who have both hands-on experience as well as a degree related to construction. When it comes to salary, estimator positions offer a median range from about $40,000 to around $70,000, according to PayScale's Estimator Salary by Years of Experience chart. Since working as an estimator requires extensive knowledge of the construction industry, it's not surprising that the salary estimators earn increases dramatically after several years of experience. Of course, for estimators at all experience levels, salary range will vary according to location, qualifications and employment setting. For example, check out the Salary Estimator by Industry chart to see how the salary for estimators differs in residential verses commercial construction. And view the Salary Estimator by City chart for an illustration of the variation in salary estimators may find from one place to the next. Currently, New York City has the highest median estimator salary by far, with Chicago in second place. Measuring an Estimator Salary by State, however, reveals that California beats both New York and Illinois for the highest median salary. Estimator wages might be higher in California, but how do cities like Los Angeles, New York and Chicago compare when it comes to cost of living? To get a broader perspective on how location can affect the salary estimators earn, use the PayScale Cost of Living Calculator to find both Cost of Living and Estimator Salary Data for these and other cities.

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