Cost Estimators Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $72,510 -5.9% vs national
Median hourly $34.86
10th percentile $45,850
90th percentile $101,750
Employed locally 230
National median $77,070

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,850
    25th
    $57,990
    50th (median)
    $72,510
    75th
    $82,260
    90th
    $101,750

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $64,080
    Human Resources Specialists $62,080
    Project Management Specialists $81,040
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $60,880
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $55,140
    Compliance Officers $63,710

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Cost Estimators make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Cost Estimators in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $34.86, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $59.47 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Cost Estimators salaries?

    The median Cost Estimators salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 5.9% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Cost Estimators (10th percentile) earn around $45,850 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $57,990.