Cost Estimators Salary in Eastern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $64,730 -16% vs national
Median hourly $31.12
10th percentile $37,240
90th percentile $137,950
Employed locally 130
National median $77,070

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,240
    25th
    $49,930
    50th (median)
    $64,730
    75th
    $93,820
    90th
    $137,950

    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 Eastern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $76,560
    Accountants and Auditors $76,800
    Compliance Officers $64,420
    Human Resources Specialists $58,480
    Project Management Specialists $93,370
    Training and Development Specialists $63,420

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Cost Estimators make per hour in Eastern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Cost Estimators in Eastern New Mexico is $31.12, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $59.47 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern New Mexico above or below average for Cost Estimators salaries?

    The median Cost Estimators salary in Eastern New Mexico is 16% 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 Eastern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Cost Estimators (10th percentile) earn around $37,240 per year in Eastern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,930.