As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Assistant Estimator in Lake Charles, LA is $45,813, equivalent to $22 per hour, $881 weekly, or $3,818 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Assistant Estimator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Assistant Estimator in Lake Charles, LA vary widely, spanning from $37,450 to $54,281. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,435) and 75th percentile ($50,246), while top earners (90th percentile) make $54,281 per year. This $8,811 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like or , or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Lake Charles Assistant Estimator often earn 2.6% lower than national averages. However, Lake Charles currently ranks 661 statewide for Assistant Estimator job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Assistant Estimator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Assistant Estimator Salary $37,450 Lake Charles, LA July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Assistant Estimator Salary $41,435 Lake Charles, LA July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Assistant Estimator Salary $45,813 Lake Charles, LA July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Assistant Estimator Salary $50,246 Lake Charles, LA July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Assistant Estimator Salary $54,281 Lake Charles, LA July 01, 2026
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About Lake Charles, Louisiana    Lake Charles (French: Lac Charles) is the fifth-largest incorporated city in the U.S. state of Louisiana, located on Lake Charles, Prien Lake, and the....More

Lake Charles, Louisiana  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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