Estimator Salary in Des Moines, Iowa

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How much does an Estimator make in Des Moines, IA? The average Estimator salary in Des Moines, IA is $71,781 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $64,936 and $80,477. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Senior Estimator
The Middlesex Corporation - LITTLETON , MA
The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded
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Estimator III
The Middlesex Corporation - LITTLETON , MA
The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded
- 3 days ago
Lumber and Structural Estimator
Drexel Building Supply - CAMPBELLSPORT , WI
Description. ABOUT DREXEL. Drexel Building Supply is a leading provider of quality building materials and services to professional contractors and homeowners th
- 6 days ago
Building Materials Estimator
Gold Beach Lumber Yard, Inc - BROOKINGS , OR
Job Description. Job Description. Description. Gold Beach Lumber is looking for a Contractor Sales Lead to join our team in beautiful Harbor/Brookings, Oregon
- 29 days ago
Electrical Estimator
Mohr Talent - CLEARWATER , FL
About the Position. Are you looking for a dynamic opportunity to continue growing your career in the construction industry. We’re seeking an experienced and dri
- Today
Construction Estimator
Mohr Talent - PHILADELPHIA, , PA
Senior Estimator - Salary $110k / $140k. We are conducting a search on behalf of an established General Contractor specializing in. healthcare. and/or. highe
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Estimator in Des Moines, IA. The base salary for Estimator ranges from $64,936 to $80,477 with the average base salary of $71,781. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $66,272 to $82,948 with the average total cash compensation of $73,527.

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About Des Moines, Iowa    Des Moines (/dɪˈmɔɪn/ (listen)) is the capital and the most populous city in the U.S. state of Iowa. It is also the county seat of Polk County. A smal....More

Des Moines, Iowa  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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Skills associated with Estimator: Estimating, Field Operations, Reporting, Scope

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