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

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 $139,791, a Cost Estimation Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $164,967, a Junior Estimator (10+ years)earns $86,959, a Cost Estimating Senior Supervisor (10+ years)earns $122,474, a Cost Estimating Manager (10+ years)earns $139,442,

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 $95,622, California $95,259, Massachusetts $93,990. 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: $122,862; Senior Estimator: $93,133; Lead Estimator: $90,556; Construction Estimator: $89,493; Collision Estimator: $89,245.

Junior Estimator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Junior Estimator make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Junior Estimator in Delaware is $87,461 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): $100,509
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,795 to $94,291
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,174

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Junior Estimator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,291	$7,858	$1,813	$45
Average	$87,461	$7,288	$1,682	$42
25th Percentile	$75,795	$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): $139,791
Early Career (1-2 years): $164,967
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $86,959
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $122,474
Expert (over 8 years): $139,442

Levels	Salary
Cost Esti... Level Junior Estimator	$139,791
Cost Esti... Level Junior Estimator	$164,967
Junior Es... Level Junior Estimator	$86,959
Cost Esti... Level Junior Estimator	$122,474
Cost Esti... Level Junior Estimator	$139,442

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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: $95,622.
California: $95,259.
Massachusetts: $93,990.

District of Columbia $95,622 California $95,259 Massachusetts $93,990 Washington $93,644 New Jersey $93,610 Alaska $93,489 Connecticut $92,297 New York $91,814

Hawaii $90,268 Rhode Island $89,542 Maryland $89,050 Minnesota $88,376 Colorado $88,117 Illinois $88,031 Oregon $87,703 Delaware $87,461

New Hampshire $87,309 Virginia $86,969 Pennsylvania $85,975 Nevada $85,474 North Dakota $85,310 Michigan $85,051 Wisconsin $84,956 Vermont $84,766

Texas $84,239 Maine $84,205 Arizona $84,153 Ohio $84,093 Georgia $83,298 Indiana $82,901 Wyoming $82,823 Utah $82,702

Iowa $82,650 Kansas $82,236 Louisiana $82,115 North Carolina $82,072 Missouri $82,054 Florida $81,718 Montana $81,536 Nebraska $81,364

Kentucky $81,269 South Carolina $80,923 Tennessee $80,707 Idaho $80,621 New Mexico $79,990 Oklahoma $79,852 Alabama $79,343 South Dakota $78,488

Arkansas $78,021 West Virginia $77,771 Mississippi $77,019

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: $87,067
Little Creek: $87,704
Magnolia: $87,578

Lincoln, DE $87,067 Little Creek, DE $87,704 Magnolia, DE $87,578 Milford, DE $87,288 Marydel, DE $87,431 Millsboro, DE $86,702 Millville, DE $86,836 Milton, DE $86,986

Nassau, DE $87,049 Ocean View, DE $86,821 Rehoboth Beach, DE $86,988 Seaford, DE $87,037 Selbyville, DE $86,677 Smyrna, DE $87,765 Viola, DE $87,361 Woodside, DE $87,596

Bear, DE $87,393 Newark, DE $87,361 Claymont, DE $87,539 Delaware City, DE $87,448 Hockessin, DE $87,353 Kirkwood, DE $87,431 Middletown, DE $87,465 Montchanin, DE $87,373

New Castle, DE $87,386 Odessa, DE $87,508 Port Penn, DE $87,567 Rockland, DE $87,381 Saint Georges, DE $87,438 Townsend, DE $87,572 Winterthur, DE $87,392 Lewes, DE $87,020

Wilmington, DE $87,357 Dover, DE $87,704 Dover Afb, DE $87,242 Bethany Beach, DE $86,729 Bethel, DE $86,819 Bridgeville, DE $87,024 Camden Wyoming, DE $87,457 Cheswold, DE $87,676

Clayton, DE $87,678 Dagsboro, DE $86,669 Delmar, DE $86,530 Ellendale, DE $86,792 Felton, DE $87,281 Fenwick Island, DE $86,688 Frankford, DE $86,537 Frederica, DE $87,368

Georgetown, DE $86,636 Greenwood, DE $87,038 Harbeson, DE $86,728 Harrington, DE $87,171 Hartly, DE $87,442 Houston, DE $87,046 Kenton, DE $87,683 Laurel, DE $86,584

Yorklyn, DE $87,379

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.

Last Updated on June 01, 2026

$75,795

Average $87,461/year

$94,291

$6,316

Average $7,288/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	$94,291	$7,858	$1,813	$45
Average	$87,461	$7,288	$1,682	$42
25th Percentile	$75,795	$6,316	$1,458	$36

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