As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Estimator in San Jose, CA is $125,997, equivalent to $61 per hour, $2,423 weekly, or $10,500 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Entry Level Estimator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Entry Level Estimator in San Jose, CA vary widely, spanning from $92,040 to $144,632. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($108,223) and 75th percentile ($135,751), while top earners (90th percentile) make $144,632 per year. This $27,528 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, San Jose Entry Level Estimator often earn 14.4% higher than national averages. However, San Jose currently ranks 1 statewide for Entry Level 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
Entry Level Estimator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Entry Level Estimator Salary $92,040 San Jose, CA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Estimator Salary $108,223 San Jose, CA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Estimator Salary $125,997 San Jose, CA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Estimator Salary $135,751 San Jose, CA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Estimator Salary $144,632 San Jose, CA May 01, 2026
25% $108,223 10% $92,040 90% $144,632 75% $135,751 $125,997 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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