Cost Estimators Salary in Northeast Virginia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $63,130 -18.1% vs national
Median hourly $30.35
10th percentile $39,920
90th percentile $99,140
Employed locally 50
National median $77,070

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,920
    25th
    $54,010
    50th (median)
    $63,130
    75th
    $86,000
    90th
    $99,140

    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 Northeast Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Management Analysts $121,360
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $105,810
    Accountants and Auditors $76,030
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $99,200
    Project Management Specialists $102,490
    Human Resources Specialists $73,810

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Cost Estimators make per hour in Northeast Virginia?

    The median hourly wage for Cost Estimators in Northeast Virginia is $30.35, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $54.29 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Virginia above or below average for Cost Estimators salaries?

    The median Cost Estimators salary in Northeast Virginia is 18.1% 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 Northeast Virginia?

    Entry-level Cost Estimators (10th percentile) earn around $39,920 per year in Northeast Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $54,010.