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Residential Construction Estimator Salary in West Virginia

How much does a Residential Construction Estimator make in West Virginia?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Residential Construction Estimator in West Virginia is $141,375 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $68.

However, a Residential Construction Estimator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $150,976
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $133,614 to $146,401
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $126,549
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Residential Construction Estimator Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $146,401 $12,200 $2,815 $70
Average $141,375 $11,781 $2,719 $68
25th Percentile $133,614 $11,135 $2,570 $64
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Key Factors That Influence Residential Construction Estimator Salaries

A Residential Construction Estimator'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 Residential Construction Estimator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Residential Construction Estimator'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): $99,976
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $121,349
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $142,992
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $106,924
  • Expert (over 8 years): $139,972
Levels Salary
Cost Engi... Level Residential Construction Estimator$99,976
Cost Engi... Level Residential Construction Estimator$121,349
Residenti... Level Residential Construction Estimator$142,992
Project C... Level Residential Construction Estimator$106,924
Project C... Level Residential Construction Estimator$139,972
$99,976 0 yr
$121,349 < 2 yrs
$142,992 2-4 yrs
$106,924 5-8 yrs
$139,972 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Residential Construction Estimators

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:

  • Bomont: $139,855
  • Yawkey: $139,915
  • Logan: $138,723

Residential Construction Estimator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Residential Construction Estimator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 10% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 5% above the average. In contrast, Residential Construction Estimator positions in Transportation or Software & Networking typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Residential Construction Estimator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Residential Construction Estimator

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$148,444$71.05%
Business Services$148,444$71.05%
Construction$148,444$71.05%
Energy & Utilities$148,444$71.05%
Healthcare$148,444$71.05%

Residential Construction Estimator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Residential Construction Estimator'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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Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$133,614
Average $141,375/year
$146,401
$11,135
Average $11,781/month
$12,200
$2,570
Average $2,719/week
$2,815
$64
Average $68/hour
$70
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $146,401 $12,200 $2,815 $70
Average $141,375 $11,781 $2,719 $68
25th Percentile $133,614 $11,135 $2,570 $64

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