Cost Estimators Salary in Southwest Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $67,420 -12.5% vs national
Median hourly $32.41
10th percentile $40,830
90th percentile $119,280
Employed locally 60
National median $77,070

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,830
    25th
    $43,660
    50th (median)
    $67,420
    75th
    $91,790
    90th
    $119,280

    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 Southwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $64,680
    Human Resources Specialists $60,230
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $70,430
    Loan Officers $64,990
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $48,930
    Compliance Officers $45,170

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Cost Estimators make per hour in Southwest Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Cost Estimators in Southwest Alabama is $32.41, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $57.92 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Alabama above or below average for Cost Estimators salaries?

    The median Cost Estimators salary in Southwest Alabama 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 Southwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Cost Estimators (10th percentile) earn around $40,830 per year in Southwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,660.