Cost Estimators Salary in Central Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $63,900 -17.1% vs national
Median hourly $30.72
10th percentile $45,580
90th percentile $93,350
Employed locally 170
National median $77,070

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,580
    25th
    $49,650
    50th (median)
    $63,900
    75th
    $79,910
    90th
    $93,350

    Top-paying metros for Cost Estimators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area $106,590
    Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH $104,190
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $103,030
    Massachusetts $102,680
    High Desert Utah nonmetropolitan area $101,910
    Worcester, MA $98,550

    Related occupations in Central Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $68,910
    Human Resources Specialists $59,770
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $59,650
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $60,860
    Training and Development Specialists $57,530
    Project Management Specialists $75,580

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Cost Estimators make per hour in Central Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Cost Estimators in Central Indiana is $30.72, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.19 or more per hour.

    Is Central Indiana above or below average for Cost Estimators salaries?

    The median Cost Estimators salary in Central Indiana is 17.1% below the national median of $77,070. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Cost Estimators in Central Indiana?

    Entry-level Cost Estimators (10th percentile) earn around $45,580 per year in Central Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,650.