What are the main factors that influence an Estimating Specialist I's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Estimating Specialist I?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Estimating Specialist I roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change An Estimating Specialist 's salary?

An Estimating Specialist 's salary grows with experience: an Estimating Specialist I (1-3 years)earns $60,146, an Estimating Specialist II (3-5 years)earns $69,929, a Project Cost Estimator Lead (5+ years)earns $89,250, a Technical Project Estimating Senior Supervisor (5+ years)earns $125,724, a Technical Project Estimating Manager (5+ years)earns $143,153,

What are the highest paying states for an Estimating Specialist I?

Estimating Specialist I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Estimating Specialist I roles are District of Columbia $65,800, California $65,600, Massachusetts $64,700. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Estimating Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Estimating Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Director Of Estimating: $207,196; Cost Estimating Senior Manager: $176,322; Cost Estimating Manager: $141,358; Estimating Assistant: $86,748; Estimating Engineer: $85,466.

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Estimating Specialist I Salary in Delaware

How much does an Estimating Specialist I make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Estimating Specialist I in Delaware is $60,200 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, an Estimating Specialist I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,370
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,500 to $65,000
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,490

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Estimating Specialist I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,000	$5,417	$1,250	$31
Average	$60,200	$5,017	$1,158	$29
25th Percentile	$52,500	$4,375	$1,010	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Estimating Specialist I Salaries

An Estimating Specialist I's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Estimating Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Estimating Specialist I's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Estimating Specialist I (1-3 years): $60,146
Estimating Specialist II (3-5 years): $69,929
Project Cost Estimator Lead (5+ years): $89,250
Technical Project Estimating Senior Supervisor (5+ years): $125,724
Technical Project Estimating Manager (5+ years): $143,153

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Estimating Specialist I	1-3 years	$60,146
Estimating Specialist II	3-5 years	$69,929
Project Cost Estimator Lead	5+ years	$89,250
Technical Project Estimating Senior Supervisor	5+ years	$125,724
Technical Project Estimating Manager	5+ years	$143,153

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How Do Estimating Specialist I Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Estimating Specialist Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $65,800.
California: $65,600.
Massachusetts: $64,700.

District of Columbia $65,800 California $65,600 Massachusetts $64,700 Washington $64,400 New Jersey $64,400 Alaska $64,300 Connecticut $63,500 New York $63,200

Hawaii $62,100 Rhode Island $61,600 Maryland $61,300 Minnesota $60,800 Colorado $60,600 Illinois $60,600 Oregon $60,400 Delaware $60,200

New Hampshire $60,100 Virginia $59,900 Pennsylvania $59,200 Nevada $58,800 North Dakota $58,700 Michigan $58,500 Wisconsin $58,500 Vermont $58,300

Maine $58,000 Texas $58,000 Arizona $57,900 Ohio $57,900 Georgia $57,300 Indiana $57,100 Wyoming $57,000 Utah $56,900

Iowa $56,900 Kansas $56,600 Missouri $56,500 Louisiana $56,500 North Carolina $56,500 Florida $56,200 Montana $56,100 Nebraska $56,000

Kentucky $55,900 South Carolina $55,700 Tennessee $55,600 Idaho $55,500 New Mexico $55,100 Oklahoma $55,000 Alabama $54,600 South Dakota $54,000

Arkansas $53,700 West Virginia $53,500 Mississippi $53,000

Top Paying Cities for Estimating Specialist Is

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $59,900
Little Creek: $60,400
Magnolia: $60,300

Lincoln, DE $59,900 Little Creek, DE $60,400 Magnolia, DE $60,300 Milford, DE $60,100 Marydel, DE $60,200 Millsboro, DE $59,700 Millville, DE $59,800 Milton, DE $59,900

Nassau, DE $59,900 Ocean View, DE $59,800 Rehoboth Beach, DE $59,900 Seaford, DE $59,900 Selbyville, DE $59,700 Smyrna, DE $60,400 Viola, DE $60,100 Woodside, DE $60,300

Bear, DE $60,100 Newark, DE $60,100 Claymont, DE $60,300 Delaware City, DE $60,200 Hockessin, DE $60,100 Kirkwood, DE $60,200 Middletown, DE $60,200 Montchanin, DE $60,100

New Castle, DE $60,100 Odessa, DE $60,200 Port Penn, DE $60,300 Rockland, DE $60,100 Saint Georges, DE $60,200 Townsend, DE $60,300 Winterthur, DE $60,100 Lewes, DE $59,900

Wilmington, DE $60,100 Dover, DE $60,400 Dover Afb, DE $60,000 Bethany Beach, DE $59,700 Bethel, DE $59,800 Bridgeville, DE $59,900 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,200 Cheswold, DE $60,300

Clayton, DE $60,300 Dagsboro, DE $59,700 Delmar, DE $59,600 Ellendale, DE $59,700 Felton, DE $60,100 Fenwick Island, DE $59,700 Frankford, DE $59,600 Frederica, DE $60,100

Georgetown, DE $59,600 Greenwood, DE $59,900 Harbeson, DE $59,700 Harrington, DE $60,000 Hartly, DE $60,200 Houston, DE $59,900 Kenton, DE $60,300 Laurel, DE $59,600

Yorklyn, DE $60,100

Estimating Specialist I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Estimating Specialist I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $67,390. While startup companies pay approximate $57,011.

Estimating Specialist I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$57,011
Growth Stage	51~500	$60,296
Established	501~5000	$65,077
Enterprise	5000+	$67,390

Estimating Specialist I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Estimating Specialist I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Estimating Specialist positions in Retail & Wholesale or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Estimating Specialist I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Estimating Specialist I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$78,260	$38.0	30%
Financial Services	$75,250	$36.0	25%
Aerospace & Defense	$67,424	$32.0	12%

Estimating Specialist I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Estimating Specialist I's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$52,500

Average $60,200/year

$65,000

$4,375

Average $5,017/month

$5,417

$1,010

Average $1,158/week

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$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,000	$5,417	$1,250	$31
Average	$60,200	$5,017	$1,158	$29
25th Percentile	$52,500	$4,375	$1,010	$25

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For an Estimating Specialist I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Estimating Specialist II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $70,000 - a projected growth of 16% over your current level.

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