Cost Estimators Hourly Pay
As of May 2025, the median hourly wage for cost estimators in the United States was $37.86, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $23.33 |
| 25th | $29.40 |
| Median | $37.86 |
| 75th | $48.97 |
| 90th | $62.90 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do cost estimators make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $37.86; the mean hourly wage is $41.06.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for cost estimators?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $23.33 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for cost estimators?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $62.90 per hour.