What are the main factors that influence a HVAC Estimator's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for HVAC Estimator?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for HVAC Estimator roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A HVAC Estimator's salary?

A HVAC Estimator's salary grows with experience: a Cost Estimation Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $141,201, a Cost Estimation Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $166,640, a HVAC Estimator (10+ years)earns $87,827, a Cost Estimating Senior Supervisor (10+ years)earns $123,709, a Cost Estimating Manager (10+ years)earns $140,854,

What are the highest paying states for a HVAC Estimator?

HVAC Estimator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for HVAC Estimator roles are District of Columbia $96,577, California $96,211, Massachusetts $94,929. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of HVAC Estimator roles make?

Salaries for HVAC Estimator level roles vary by specialization: HVAC Supervisor: $79,413; HVAC Engineer: $77,665; Estimator: $74,232; Journeyman HVAC: $70,106; HVAC Mechanic: $62,557.

HVAC Estimator Salary in Delaware

How much does a HVAC Estimator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a HVAC Estimator in Delaware is $88,334 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,511
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,547 to $95,232
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,815

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HVAC Estimator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,232	$7,936	$1,831	$46
Average	$88,334	$7,361	$1,699	$42
25th Percentile	$76,547	$6,379	$1,472	$37

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Key Factors That Influence HVAC Estimator Salaries

A HVAC 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects HVAC Estimator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a HVAC 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): $141,201
Early Career (1-2 years): $166,640
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $87,827
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $123,709
Expert (over 8 years): $140,854

Levels	Salary
Cost Esti... Level HVAC Estimator	$141,201
Cost Esti... Level HVAC Estimator	$166,640
HVAC Esti... Level HVAC Estimator	$87,827
Cost Esti... Level HVAC Estimator	$123,709
Cost Esti... Level HVAC Estimator	$140,854

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How Do HVAC Estimator 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 HVAC Estimators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $96,577.
California: $96,211.
Massachusetts: $94,929.

District of Columbia $96,577 California $96,211 Massachusetts $94,929 Washington $94,580 New Jersey $94,545 Alaska $94,423 Connecticut $93,219 New York $92,731

Hawaii $91,169 Rhode Island $90,437 Maryland $89,939 Minnesota $89,259 Colorado $88,997 Illinois $88,910 Oregon $88,579 Delaware $88,334

New Hampshire $88,181 Virginia $87,837 Pennsylvania $86,834 Nevada $86,328 North Dakota $86,162 Michigan $85,901 Wisconsin $85,805 Vermont $85,613

Texas $85,081 Maine $85,046 Arizona $84,994 Ohio $84,933 Georgia $84,130 Indiana $83,729 Wyoming $83,650 Utah $83,528

Iowa $83,476 Kansas $83,057 Louisiana $82,935 North Carolina $82,891 Missouri $82,874 Florida $82,534 Montana $82,351 Nebraska $82,176

Kentucky $82,080 South Carolina $81,731 Tennessee $81,513 Idaho $81,426 New Mexico $80,789 Oklahoma $80,650 Alabama $80,135 South Dakota $79,272

Arkansas $78,801 West Virginia $78,548 Mississippi $77,789

Top Paying Cities for HVAC 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:

Lincoln: $87,937
Little Creek: $88,580
Magnolia: $88,453

Lincoln, DE $87,937 Little Creek, DE $88,580 Magnolia, DE $88,453 Milford, DE $88,160 Marydel, DE $88,305 Millsboro, DE $87,568 Millville, DE $87,703 Milton, DE $87,855

Nassau, DE $87,918 Ocean View, DE $87,688 Rehoboth Beach, DE $87,856 Seaford, DE $87,906 Selbyville, DE $87,542 Smyrna, DE $88,641 Viola, DE $88,233 Woodside, DE $88,470

Bear, DE $88,266 Newark, DE $88,233 Claymont, DE $88,414 Delaware City, DE $88,321 Hockessin, DE $88,225 Kirkwood, DE $88,305 Middletown, DE $88,339 Montchanin, DE $88,245

New Castle, DE $88,258 Odessa, DE $88,382 Port Penn, DE $88,442 Rockland, DE $88,254 Saint Georges, DE $88,311 Townsend, DE $88,447 Winterthur, DE $88,265 Lewes, DE $87,889

Wilmington, DE $88,230 Dover, DE $88,580 Dover Afb, DE $88,114 Bethany Beach, DE $87,596 Bethel, DE $87,686 Bridgeville, DE $87,893 Camden Wyoming, DE $88,331 Cheswold, DE $88,552

Clayton, DE $88,554 Dagsboro, DE $87,535 Delmar, DE $87,394 Ellendale, DE $87,659 Felton, DE $88,153 Fenwick Island, DE $87,554 Frankford, DE $87,401 Frederica, DE $88,240

Georgetown, DE $87,501 Greenwood, DE $87,907 Harbeson, DE $87,595 Harrington, DE $88,041 Hartly, DE $88,315 Houston, DE $87,916 Kenton, DE $88,559 Laurel, DE $87,449

Yorklyn, DE $88,252

HVAC Estimator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For HVAC Estimator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 63% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, HVAC Estimator positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view HVAC Estimator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a HVAC Estimator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$106,001	$51.0	20%
Software & Networking	$104,235	$50.0	18%
Biotechnology	$101,585	$49.0	15%
Financial Services	$98,935	$48.0	12%
Energy & Utilities	$97,168	$47.0	10%

HVAC Estimator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a HVAC 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.

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$76,547

Average $88,334/year

$95,232

$6,379

Average $7,361/month

$7,936

$1,472

Average $1,699/week

$1,831

$37

Average $42/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,232	$7,936	$1,831	$46
Average	$88,334	$7,361	$1,699	$42
25th Percentile	$76,547	$6,379	$1,472	$37

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