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Cost Administrator

Average Cost Administrator Salary

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$63,276
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$45k
MEDIAN
$63k
90%
$90k

The average salary for a Cost Administrator is $63,276 in 2025

Base Salary
$45k - $90k
Bonus
$497 - $8k
Profit Sharing
$477 - $7k
Commission
$250 - $9k
Total Pay
$42k - $90k
Based on 11,765 salary profiles (last updated Feb 03 2021)
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3.8 out of 5
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Common Health Benefits for a Cost Administrator

Medical
85%
Dental
77%
Vision
68%
None
14%

Gender Breakdown for Cost Administrators

Male
85.2%
Female
14.4%
Prefer to self-define
0.4%
This data is based on 7,346 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Cost Administrators

What is the highest pay for Cost Administrators?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Cost Administrator is $90k / year

What is the lowest pay for Cost Administrators?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Cost Administrator is $45k / year

How can Cost Administrators increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Cost Administrator 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 Cost Administrator that oversees more junior Cost Administrators, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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