Cost Estimators Salary in South Central Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $66,960 -13.1% vs national
Median hourly $32.19
10th percentile $46,460
90th percentile $105,550
Employed locally 360
National median $77,070

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,460
    25th
    $57,790
    50th (median)
    $66,960
    75th
    $84,940
    90th
    $105,550

    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 South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $74,820
    Human Resources Specialists $63,740
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $57,460
    Project Management Specialists $85,650
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $67,910
    Training and Development Specialists $61,820

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Cost Estimators make per hour in South Central Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Cost Estimators in South Central Wisconsin is $32.19, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $51.35 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Wisconsin above or below average for Cost Estimators salaries?

    The median Cost Estimators salary in South Central Wisconsin is 13.1% 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Cost Estimators (10th percentile) earn around $46,460 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $57,790.