Commercial Construction Estimator Salary in the United States

How much does a Commercial Construction Estimator make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Commercial Construction Estimator in the United States is $72,179 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $84,457
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $65,253 to $78,606
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,946
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Commercial Construction Estimator Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $78,606 $6,551 $1,512 $38
Average $72,179 $6,015 $1,388 $35
25th Percentile $65,253 $5,438 $1,255 $31
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Key Factors That Influence Commercial Construction Estimator Salaries

A Commercial 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Commercial Construction Estimator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Commercial 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): $72,660
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $88,778
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $111,609
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $135,469
  • Expert (over 8 years): $159,631
Levels Salary
Commercia... Level Commercial Construction Estimator$72,660
Cost Engi... Level Commercial Construction Estimator$88,778
Cost Engi... Level Commercial Construction Estimator$111,609
Cost Engi... Level Commercial Construction Estimator$135,469
Cost Engi... Level Commercial Construction Estimator$159,631
$72,660 0 yr
$88,778 < 2 yrs
$111,609 2-4 yrs
$135,469 5-8 yrs
$159,631 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Commercial 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:

  • San Jose: $91,040
  • San Francisco: $90,043
  • Oakland: $88,145

What Skills Can Increase a Commercial Construction Estimator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 9.67% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Quotations (Mentioned in 2.95% Job Postings): A quotation is the repetition of a sentence, phrase, or passage from speech or text that someone has said or written. In oral speech, it is the representation of an utterance that is introduced by a quotative marker, such as a verb of saying.
  • Procurement (Mentioned in 1.32% Job Postings): Procurement is the process of finding and agreeing to terms, and acquiring goods, services, or works from an external source, often via a tendering or competitive bidding process. Procurement is used to ensure the buyer receives goods, services, or works at the best possible price when aspects such as quality, quantity, time, and location are compared. Corporations and public bodies often define processes intended to promote fair and open competition for their business while minimizing risks such as exposure to fraud and collusion. Almost all purchasing decisions include factors such as delivery and handling, marginal benefit, and price fluctuations. Procurement generally involves making buying decisions under conditions of scarcity. If sound data is available, it is good practice to make use of economic analysis methods such as cost-benefit analysis or cost-utility analysis.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 9.67%
Quotations 2.95%
Procurement 1.32%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Commercial Construction Estimator's salary.
  • Consulting: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
  • Oral Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • RFI: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Consulting
$84,450
17%
Oral Communication
$78,676
9%
RFI
$77,954
8%
Data Analysis
$77,954
8%
Project Control
$76,510
6%
Cost Management
$75,788
5%
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Commercial Construction Estimator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Commercial Construction Estimator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Commercial Construction Estimator positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Commercial Construction Estimator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Commercial Construction Estimator

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$86,615$42.020%

How Education impacts a Commercial Construction Estimator's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Commercial Construction Estimators enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Commercial Construction Estimator with a Bachelor's Degree is between $69,309 and $73,285).

Commercial Construction Estimator Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Commercial Construction Estimator
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.5%
High School 6.9%
Associates 11.5%
Bachelors 69.2%
Masters 10.8%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Commercial Construction Estimator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Commercial 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Commercial Construction Estimator

Salaries for a Commercial Construction Estimator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $74,801 in 2023 to around $74,382 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Commercial Construction Estimator salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Commercial Construction Estimator Over Time

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2023
$74,801
2024
$74,913
2025
$74,382
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2023 $74,801
2024 $74,913
2025 $74,382
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  • Gillmann Services Inc.

    Columbus, OH

    Gillmann Services Inc. | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Commercial Construction Estimator. Gillmann Services | Columbus, OH | Full-Time | $115,000–$135,000/year. Job Overview. G... more

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  • Green Key Resources

    Columbus, OH

    Green Key Resources | Columbus, OH

    Our number one general contractor client has an immediate opening for a 2+ year construction estimator to sit out of their office in The ideal candidate wi... more

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  • The Cleary Company

    Columbus, OH

    The Cleary Company | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Description. Purpose. The Estimator is responsible for the entire estimating operations process and will mitigate financi... more

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  • Rine Landscape Group

    Columbus, OH

    Rine Landscape Group | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Position Title: Estimator. . The Opportunity. . If you're the kind of estimator who takes pride in building accurate numb... more

    1 Day Ago

  • Consolidated Employer Services Recruiting

    Columbus, OH

    Consolidated Employer Services Recruiting | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Job Title: Concrete Estimator/Project ManagerCompany: Knox Concrete Construction Position Type: Full-Time, Salaried Trave... more

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  • Kelso Industries

    Columbus, OH

    Kelso Industries | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety. At Kelso Industries, 4,000+ employees across 40+ com... more

    4 Days Ago

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FAQ about Commercial Construction Estimator

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Commercial Construction Estimator?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Commercial Construction Estimator roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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