What are the main factors that influence a Cost Estimating Manager's salary?

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

How does experience change A Cost Estimating Manager's salary?

A Cost Estimating Manager's salary grows with experience: a Cost Estimating Supervisor (10+ years)earns $89,235, a Cost Estimating Senior Supervisor (10+ years)earns $125,658, a Cost Estimating Manager (10+ years)earns $143,060, a Cost Estimating Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $178,450, a Cost Estimating Director (10+ years)earns $207,210,

What are the highest paying states for a Cost Estimating Manager?

Cost Estimating Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cost Estimating Manager roles are District of Columbia $156,410, California $155,816, Massachusetts $153,740. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cost Estimating Manager roles make?

Salaries for Cost Estimating Manager level roles vary by specialization: Cost Estimating Director: $204,611; Technical Project Estimating Senior Manager: $176,300; Cost Estimating Senior Manager: $176,212; Technical Project Estimating Senior Supervisor: $124,100; Cost Estimating Senior Supervisor: $124,082.

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Cost Estimating Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cost Estimating Manager make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cost Estimating Manager in Delaware is $143,060 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

However, a Cost Estimating Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $169,740
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $129,433 to $157,025
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $117,027

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Cost Estimating Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$157,025	$13,085	$3,020	$75
Average	$143,060	$11,922	$2,751	$69
25th Percentile	$129,433	$10,786	$2,489	$62

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Key Factors That Influence Cost Estimating Manager Salaries

A Cost Estimating Manager'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 Cost Estimating Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cost Estimating Manager'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:

Cost Estimating Supervisor (10+ years): $89,235
Cost Estimating Senior Supervisor (10+ years): $125,658
Cost Estimating Manager (10+ years): $143,060
Cost Estimating Senior Manager (10+ years): $178,450
Cost Estimating Director (10+ years): $207,210

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Cost Estimating Supervisor	10+ years	$89,235
Cost Estimating Senior Supervisor	10+ years	$125,658
Cost Estimating Manager	10+ years	$143,060
Cost Estimating Senior Manager	10+ years	$178,450
Cost Estimating Director	10+ years	$207,210

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How Do Cost Estimating Manager 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 Cost Estimating Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $156,410.
California: $155,816.
Massachusetts: $153,740.

District of Columbia $156,410 California $155,816 Massachusetts $153,740 Washington $153,175 New Jersey $153,118 Alaska $152,920 Connecticut $150,971 New York $150,180

Hawaii $147,651 Rhode Island $146,465 Maryland $145,659 Minnesota $144,557 Colorado $144,134 Illinois $143,992 Oregon $143,456 Delaware $143,060

New Hampshire $142,811 Virginia $142,255 Pennsylvania $140,630 Nevada $139,811 North Dakota $139,543 Michigan $139,119 Wisconsin $138,963 Vermont $138,653

Texas $137,791 Maine $137,734 Arizona $137,650 Ohio $137,551 Georgia $136,251 Indiana $135,601 Wyoming $135,474 Utah $135,276

Iowa $135,192 Kansas $134,513 Louisiana $134,316 North Carolina $134,245 Missouri $134,217 Florida $133,666 Montana $133,369 Nebraska $133,087

Kentucky $132,931 South Carolina $132,366 Tennessee $132,013 Idaho $131,872 New Mexico $130,841 Oklahoma $130,615 Alabama $129,781 South Dakota $128,383

Arkansas $127,620 West Virginia $127,210 Mississippi $125,981

Top Paying Cities for Cost Estimating Managers

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: $148,061
Little Creek: $146,691
Magnolia: $147,298

Lincoln, DE $148,061 Little Creek, DE $146,691 Magnolia, DE $147,298 Milford, DE $148,061 Marydel, DE $146,140 Millsboro, DE $148,061 Millville, DE $149,050 Milton, DE $148,061

Nassau, DE $148,061 Ocean View, DE $149,050 Rehoboth Beach, DE $149,050 Seaford, DE $146,507 Selbyville, DE $149,050 Smyrna, DE $145,970 Viola, DE $147,298 Woodside, DE $146,874

Bear, DE $144,897 Newark, DE $144,953 Claymont, DE $145,066 Delaware City, DE $144,953 Hockessin, DE $145,066 Kirkwood, DE $144,953 Middletown, DE $145,673 Montchanin, DE $145,066

New Castle, DE $145,066 Odessa, DE $145,871 Port Penn, DE $144,557 Rockland, DE $145,066 Saint Georges, DE $144,953 Townsend, DE $145,659 Winterthur, DE $145,066 Lewes, DE $148,061

Wilmington, DE $145,066 Dover, DE $146,620 Dover Afb, DE $146,959 Bethany Beach, DE $149,050 Bethel, DE $146,507 Bridgeville, DE $148,061 Camden Wyoming, DE $146,775 Cheswold, DE $146,281

Clayton, DE $145,914 Dagsboro, DE $149,050 Delmar, DE $146,507 Ellendale, DE $148,061 Felton, DE $148,061 Fenwick Island, DE $149,050 Frankford, DE $149,050 Frederica, DE $148,061

Georgetown, DE $148,061 Greenwood, DE $148,061 Harbeson, DE $148,061 Harrington, DE $148,061 Hartly, DE $145,843 Houston, DE $148,061 Kenton, DE $145,914 Laurel, DE $146,507

Yorklyn, DE $145,066

Cost Estimating Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cost Estimating Manager'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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$129,433

Average $143,060/year

$157,025

$10,786

Average $11,922/month

$13,085

$2,489

Average $2,751/week

$3,020

$62

Average $69/hour

$75

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$157,025	$13,085	$3,020	$75
Average	$143,060	$11,922	$2,751	$69
25th Percentile	$129,433	$10,786	$2,489	$62

Cost Estimating Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Cost Estimating Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Cost Estimating Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $178,450 - a projected growth of 25% over your current level.

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