What are the main factors that influence a Junior Estimator'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 Junior Estimator?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Junior Estimator roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Junior Estimator's salary?

A Junior Estimator's salary grows with experience: a Cost Estimation Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $139,809, a Cost Estimation Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $164,998, a Junior Estimator (10+ years)earns $86,962, a Cost Estimating Senior Supervisor (10+ years)earns $122,489, a Cost Estimating Manager (10+ years)earns $139,466,

What are the highest paying states for a Junior Estimator?

Junior Estimator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Junior Estimator roles are District of Columbia $95,625, California $95,263, Massachusetts $93,993. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Junior Estimator roles make?

Salaries for Junior Estimator level roles vary by specialization: Chief Estimator: $122,866; Senior Estimator: $93,136; Lead Estimator: $90,559; Construction Estimator: $89,496; Collision Estimator: $89,248.

Junior Estimator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Junior Estimator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Junior Estimator in Delaware is $87,464 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $100,511
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,792 to $94,293
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,167

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Junior Estimator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,293	$7,858	$1,813	$45
Average	$87,464	$7,289	$1,682	$42
25th Percentile	$75,792	$6,316	$1,458	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Junior Estimator Salaries

A Junior 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 Junior Estimator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Junior 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): $139,809
Early Career (1-2 years): $164,998
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $86,962
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $122,489
Expert (over 8 years): $139,466

Levels	Salary
Cost Esti... Level Junior Estimator	$139,809
Cost Esti... Level Junior Estimator	$164,998
Junior Es... Level Junior Estimator	$86,962
Cost Esti... Level Junior Estimator	$122,489
Cost Esti... Level Junior Estimator	$139,466

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How Do Junior Estimator 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 Junior Estimators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $95,625.
California: $95,263.
Massachusetts: $93,993.

District of Columbia $95,625 California $95,263 Massachusetts $93,993 Washington $93,648 New Jersey $93,613 Alaska $93,492 Connecticut $92,300 New York $91,817

Hawaii $90,271 Rhode Island $89,545 Maryland $89,053 Minnesota $88,379 Colorado $88,120 Illinois $88,034 Oregon $87,705 Delaware $87,464

New Hampshire $87,312 Virginia $86,971 Pennsylvania $85,978 Nevada $85,477 North Dakota $85,313 Michigan $85,054 Wisconsin $84,959 Vermont $84,769

Texas $84,242 Maine $84,208 Arizona $84,156 Ohio $84,095 Georgia $83,301 Indiana $82,903 Wyoming $82,826 Utah $82,705

Iowa $82,653 Kansas $82,238 Louisiana $82,118 North Carolina $82,074 Missouri $82,057 Florida $81,720 Montana $81,539 Nebraska $81,366

Kentucky $81,271 South Carolina $80,926 Tennessee $80,710 Idaho $80,623 New Mexico $79,993 Oklahoma $79,855 Alabama $79,345 South Dakota $78,490

Arkansas $78,024 West Virginia $77,773 Mississippi $77,022

Top Paying Cities for Junior 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:

Lincoln: $87,070
Little Creek: $87,707
Magnolia: $87,581

Lincoln, DE $87,070 Little Creek, DE $87,707 Magnolia, DE $87,581 Milford, DE $87,291 Marydel, DE $87,434 Millsboro, DE $86,704 Millville, DE $86,838 Milton, DE $86,989

Nassau, DE $87,052 Ocean View, DE $86,824 Rehoboth Beach, DE $86,990 Seaford, DE $87,040 Selbyville, DE $86,679 Smyrna, DE $87,768 Viola, DE $87,363 Woodside, DE $87,598

Bear, DE $87,396 Newark, DE $87,363 Claymont, DE $87,542 Delaware City, DE $87,451 Hockessin, DE $87,356 Kirkwood, DE $87,434 Middletown, DE $87,468 Montchanin, DE $87,376

New Castle, DE $87,389 Odessa, DE $87,511 Port Penn, DE $87,570 Rockland, DE $87,384 Saint Georges, DE $87,440 Townsend, DE $87,575 Winterthur, DE $87,395 Lewes, DE $87,022

Wilmington, DE $87,360 Dover, DE $87,707 Dover Afb, DE $87,245 Bethany Beach, DE $86,732 Bethel, DE $86,822 Bridgeville, DE $87,027 Camden Wyoming, DE $87,460 Cheswold, DE $87,679

Clayton, DE $87,681 Dagsboro, DE $86,672 Delmar, DE $86,533 Ellendale, DE $86,795 Felton, DE $87,284 Fenwick Island, DE $86,691 Frankford, DE $86,540 Frederica, DE $87,370

Georgetown, DE $86,639 Greenwood, DE $87,040 Harbeson, DE $86,731 Harrington, DE $87,173 Hartly, DE $87,445 Houston, DE $87,049 Kenton, DE $87,686 Laurel, DE $86,587

Yorklyn, DE $87,382

Junior Estimator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Junior Estimator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 63% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Junior Estimator positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Junior Estimator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Junior Estimator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$104,956	$50.0	20%
Software & Networking	$103,207	$50.0	18%
Biotechnology	$100,583	$48.0	15%
Financial Services	$97,959	$47.0	12%
Energy & Utilities	$96,210	$46.0	10%

Junior Estimator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Junior 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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$75,792

Average $87,464/year

$94,293

$6,316

Average $7,289/month

$7,858

$1,458

Average $1,682/week

$1,813

$36

Average $42/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,293	$7,858	$1,813	$45
Average	$87,464	$7,289	$1,682	$42
25th Percentile	$75,792	$6,316	$1,458	$36

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