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: starting around $137,921 for beginners, reaching about $140,558 at mid-level, and approach $146,528 for experts.

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 $156,336, California $155,742, Massachusetts $153,667. 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: $204,503; Technical Project Estimating Senior Manager: $176,200; Cost Estimating Senior Manager: $176,131; Technical Project Estimating Senior Supervisor: $124,100; Cost Estimating Senior Supervisor: $124,033.

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Cost Estimating Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cost Estimating Manager make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cost Estimating Manager in Delaware is $142,992 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): $169,614
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $129,402 to $156,927
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $117,028

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Cost Estimating Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$156,927	$13,077	$3,018	$75
Average	$142,992	$11,916	$2,750	$69
25th Percentile	$129,402	$10,783	$2,488	$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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $137,921
Early Career (1-2 years): $138,530
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $140,558
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $142,992
Expert (over 8 years): $146,528

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Cost Estimating Manager	$137,921
Intermediate Level Cost Estimating Manager	$138,530
Senior Level Cost Estimating Manager	$140,558
Specialist Level Cost Estimating Manager	$142,992
Expert Level Cost Estimating Manager	$146,528

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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: $156,336.
California: $155,742.
Massachusetts: $153,667.

District of Columbia $156,336 California $155,742 Massachusetts $153,667 Washington $153,102 New Jersey $153,046 Alaska $152,848 Connecticut $150,899 New York $150,109

Hawaii $147,581 Rhode Island $146,395 Maryland $145,590 Minnesota $144,489 Colorado $144,065 Illinois $143,924 Oregon $143,388 Delaware $142,992

New Hampshire $142,744 Virginia $142,187 Pennsylvania $140,564 Nevada $139,745 North Dakota $139,476 Michigan $139,053 Wisconsin $138,897 Vermont $138,587

Texas $137,726 Maine $137,669 Arizona $137,584 Ohio $137,485 Georgia $136,186 Indiana $135,537 Wyoming $135,410 Utah $135,212

Iowa $135,127 Kansas $134,450 Louisiana $134,252 North Carolina $134,181 Missouri $134,153 Florida $133,602 Montana $133,306 Nebraska $133,024

Kentucky $132,868 South Carolina $132,303 Tennessee $131,950 Idaho $131,809 New Mexico $130,779 Oklahoma $130,553 Alabama $129,720 South Dakota $128,322

Arkansas $127,559 West Virginia $127,150 Mississippi $125,921

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: $147,991
Little Creek: $146,621
Magnolia: $147,228

Lincoln, DE $147,991 Little Creek, DE $146,621 Magnolia, DE $147,228 Milford, DE $147,991 Marydel, DE $146,070 Millsboro, DE $147,991 Millville, DE $148,979 Milton, DE $147,991

Nassau, DE $147,991 Ocean View, DE $148,979 Rehoboth Beach, DE $148,979 Seaford, DE $146,437 Selbyville, DE $148,979 Smyrna, DE $145,901 Viola, DE $147,228 Woodside, DE $146,805

Bear, DE $144,828 Newark, DE $144,884 Claymont, DE $144,997 Delaware City, DE $144,884 Hockessin, DE $144,997 Kirkwood, DE $144,884 Middletown, DE $145,604 Montchanin, DE $144,997

New Castle, DE $144,997 Odessa, DE $145,802 Port Penn, DE $144,489 Rockland, DE $144,997 Saint Georges, DE $144,884 Townsend, DE $145,590 Winterthur, DE $144,997 Lewes, DE $147,991

Wilmington, DE $144,997 Dover, DE $146,550 Dover Afb, DE $146,889 Bethany Beach, DE $148,979 Bethel, DE $146,437 Bridgeville, DE $147,991 Camden Wyoming, DE $146,706 Cheswold, DE $146,212

Clayton, DE $145,844 Dagsboro, DE $148,979 Delmar, DE $146,437 Ellendale, DE $147,991 Felton, DE $147,991 Fenwick Island, DE $148,979 Frankford, DE $148,979 Frederica, DE $147,991

Georgetown, DE $147,991 Greenwood, DE $147,991 Harbeson, DE $147,991 Harrington, DE $147,991 Hartly, DE $145,774 Houston, DE $147,991 Kenton, DE $145,844 Laurel, DE $146,437

Yorklyn, DE $144,997

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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$129,402

Average $142,992/year

$156,927

$10,783

Average $11,916/month

$13,077

$2,488

Average $2,750/week

$3,018

$62

Average $69/hour

$75

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$156,927	$13,077	$3,018	$75
Average	$142,992	$11,916	$2,750	$69
25th Percentile	$129,402	$10,783	$2,488	$62

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