Cost Estimators Salary in East-Central Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $67,420 -12.5% vs national
Median hourly $32.41
10th percentile $45,590
90th percentile $111,260
Employed locally 60
National median $77,070

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,590
    25th
    $55,270
    50th (median)
    $67,420
    75th
    $82,620
    90th
    $111,260

    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 East-Central Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $73,340
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $66,750
    Compliance Officers $75,790
    Human Resources Specialists $58,260
    Loan Officers $65,260
    Project Management Specialists $74,280

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Cost Estimators make per hour in East-Central Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Cost Estimators in East-Central Montana is $32.41, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.23 or more per hour.

    Is East-Central Montana above or below average for Cost Estimators salaries?

    The median Cost Estimators salary in East-Central Montana is 12.5% 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 East-Central Montana?

    Entry-level Cost Estimators (10th percentile) earn around $45,590 per year in East-Central Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $55,270.