What are the main factors that influence an Estimating Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Estimating Engineer's salary?

An Estimating Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Cost Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $71,276, a Estimating Engineer (2-4 years)earns $87,091, a Cost Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $109,499, a Cost Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $132,878, a Cost Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $156,577,

What are the highest paying states for an Estimating Engineer?

Estimating Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Estimating Engineer roles are District of Columbia $94,638, California $94,279, Massachusetts $93,022. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Estimating Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Estimating Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Director Of Estimating: $207,050; Cost Estimating Director: $204,611; Cost Estimating Senior Manager: $176,212; Cost Estimating Manager: $141,266; Cost Estimating Senior Supervisor: $124,082.

Estimating Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Estimating Engineer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Estimating Engineer in Delaware is $86,560 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

However, an Estimating Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $103,671
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $78,923 to $95,517
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,970

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Estimating Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,517	$7,960	$1,837	$46
Average	$86,560	$7,213	$1,665	$42
25th Percentile	$78,923	$6,577	$1,518	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Estimating Engineer Salaries

An Estimating Engineer'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 Estimating Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Estimating Engineer'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): $71,276
Early Career (1-2 years): $87,091
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $109,499
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $132,878
Expert (over 8 years): $156,577

Levels	Salary
Cost Engi... Level Estimating Engineer	$71,276
Estimatin... Level Estimating Engineer	$87,091
Cost Engi... Level Estimating Engineer	$109,499
Cost Engi... Level Estimating Engineer	$132,878
Cost Engi... Level Estimating Engineer	$156,577

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How Do Estimating Engineer 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 Estimating Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $94,638.
California: $94,279.
Massachusetts: $93,022.

District of Columbia $94,638 California $94,279 Massachusetts $93,022 Washington $92,680 New Jersey $92,646 Alaska $92,527 Connecticut $91,347 New York $90,868

Hawaii $89,338 Rhode Island $88,620 Maryland $88,133 Minnesota $87,466 Colorado $87,210 Illinois $87,125 Oregon $86,800 Delaware $86,560

New Hampshire $86,410 Virginia $86,073 Pennsylvania $85,090 Nevada $84,595 North Dakota $84,432 Michigan $84,176 Wisconsin $84,082 Vermont $83,894

Texas $83,372 Maine $83,338 Arizona $83,287 Ohio $83,227 Georgia $82,441 Indiana $82,047 Wyoming $81,970 Utah $81,851

Iowa $81,799 Kansas $81,389 Louisiana $81,270 North Carolina $81,227 Missouri $81,210 Florida $80,876 Montana $80,697 Nebraska $80,526

Kentucky $80,432 South Carolina $80,090 Tennessee $79,876 Idaho $79,791 New Mexico $79,167 Oklahoma $79,030 Alabama $78,526 South Dakota $77,680

Arkansas $77,218 West Virginia $76,970 Mississippi $76,227

Top Paying Cities for Estimating Engineers

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: $89,586
Little Creek: $88,757
Magnolia: $89,125

Lincoln, DE $89,586 Little Creek, DE $88,757 Magnolia, DE $89,125 Milford, DE $89,586 Marydel, DE $88,424 Millsboro, DE $89,586 Millville, DE $90,185 Milton, DE $89,586

Nassau, DE $89,586 Ocean View, DE $90,185 Rehoboth Beach, DE $90,185 Seaford, DE $88,646 Selbyville, DE $90,185 Smyrna, DE $88,321 Viola, DE $89,125 Woodside, DE $88,868

Bear, DE $87,672 Newark, DE $87,706 Claymont, DE $87,774 Delaware City, DE $87,706 Hockessin, DE $87,774 Kirkwood, DE $87,706 Middletown, DE $88,142 Montchanin, DE $87,774

New Castle, DE $87,774 Odessa, DE $88,261 Port Penn, DE $87,466 Rockland, DE $87,774 Saint Georges, DE $87,706 Townsend, DE $88,133 Winterthur, DE $87,774 Lewes, DE $89,586

Wilmington, DE $87,774 Dover, DE $88,714 Dover Afb, DE $88,920 Bethany Beach, DE $90,185 Bethel, DE $88,646 Bridgeville, DE $89,586 Camden Wyoming, DE $88,808 Cheswold, DE $88,509

Clayton, DE $88,287 Dagsboro, DE $90,185 Delmar, DE $88,646 Ellendale, DE $89,586 Felton, DE $89,586 Fenwick Island, DE $90,185 Frankford, DE $90,185 Frederica, DE $89,586

Georgetown, DE $89,586 Greenwood, DE $89,586 Harbeson, DE $89,586 Harrington, DE $89,586 Hartly, DE $88,244 Houston, DE $89,586 Kenton, DE $88,287 Laurel, DE $88,646

Yorklyn, DE $87,774

Estimating Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Estimating Engineer'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 April 01, 2026

$78,923

Average $86,560/year

$95,517

$6,577

Average $7,213/month

$7,960

$1,518

Average $1,665/week

$1,837

$38

Average $42/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,517	$7,960	$1,837	$46
Average	$86,560	$7,213	$1,665	$42
25th Percentile	$78,923	$6,577	$1,518	$38

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