As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Chief Estimator in Dallas, TX is $121,320, equivalent to $58 per hour, $2,333 weekly, or $10,110 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Chief Estimator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Chief Estimator in Dallas, TX vary widely, spanning from $88,624 to $139,264. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($104,206) and 75th percentile ($130,713), while top earners (90th percentile) make $139,264 per year. This $26,507 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Project Management or Plumbing, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Dallas Chief Estimator often earn 1.2% lower than national averages. However, Dallas currently ranks 393 statewide for Chief 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
Chief Estimator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Chief Estimator Salary $88,624 Dallas, TX May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Chief Estimator Salary $104,206 Dallas, TX May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Chief Estimator Salary $121,320 Dallas, TX May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Chief Estimator Salary $130,713 Dallas, TX May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Chief Estimator Salary $139,264 Dallas, TX May 01, 2026
25% $104,206 10% $88,624 90% $139,264 75% $130,713 $121,320 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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A cost estimate is the approximation of the cost of a program, project, or operation. The cost estimate is the product of the cost estimating process. The cost estimate has a single total value and may have identifiable component values. A problem with a cost overrun can be avoided with a credible, reliable, and accurate cost estimate. A cost estimator is the professional who prepares cost estimates. There are different types of cost estimators, whose title may be preceded by a modifier, such as building estimator, or electrical estimator, or chief estimator. Other professionals such as quanti...

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Chief Estimator in Dallas, TX. The base salary for Chief Estimator ranges from $104,206 to $130,713 with the average base salary of $121,320. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $113,341 to $154,925 with the average total cash compensation of $130,221.

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