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

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

How does experience change A Mechanical Estimator's salary?

A Mechanical Estimator's salary grows with experience: a Cost Estimation Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $140,418, a Cost Estimation Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $165,696, a Mechanical Estimator (10+ years)earns $87,356, a Cost Estimating Senior Supervisor (10+ years)earns $123,022, a Cost Estimating Manager (10+ years)earns $140,064,

What are the highest paying states for a Mechanical Estimator?

Mechanical Estimator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Mechanical Estimator roles are District of Columbia $96,060, California $95,695, Massachusetts $94,420. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Mechanical Estimator roles make?

Salaries for Mechanical Estimator level roles vary by specialization: Chief Estimator: $122,856; Senior Estimator: $93,129; Construction Estimator: $89,489; Collision Estimator: $89,241; Mechanical Insulation Estimator Takeoff: $88,629.

Mechanical Estimator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Mechanical Estimator make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Mechanical Estimator in Delaware is $87,861 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $100,974
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,137 to $94,725
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,462

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Mechanical Estimator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,725	$7,894	$1,822	$46
Average	$87,861	$7,322	$1,690	$42
25th Percentile	$76,137	$6,345	$1,464	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Mechanical Estimator Salaries

A Mechanical 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 Mechanical Estimator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Mechanical 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): $140,418
Early Career (1-2 years): $165,696
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $87,356
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $123,022
Expert (over 8 years): $140,064

Levels	Salary
Cost Esti... Level Mechanical Estimator	$140,418
Cost Esti... Level Mechanical Estimator	$165,696
Mechanica... Level Mechanical Estimator	$87,356
Cost Esti... Level Mechanical Estimator	$123,022
Cost Esti... Level Mechanical Estimator	$140,064

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

District of Columbia: $96,060.
California: $95,695.
Massachusetts: $94,420.

District of Columbia $96,060 California $95,695 Massachusetts $94,420 Washington $94,073 New Jersey $94,038 Alaska $93,917 Connecticut $92,719 New York $92,233

Hawaii $90,681 Rhode Island $89,952 Maryland $89,457 Minnesota $88,780 Colorado $88,520 Illinois $88,433 Oregon $88,104 Delaware $87,861

New Hampshire $87,708 Virginia $87,366 Pennsylvania $86,369 Nevada $85,865 North Dakota $85,701 Michigan $85,440 Wisconsin $85,345 Vermont $85,154

Texas $84,625 Maine $84,590 Arizona $84,538 Ohio $84,477 Georgia $83,679 Indiana $83,280 Wyoming $83,202 Utah $83,080

Iowa $83,028 Kansas $82,612 Louisiana $82,490 North Carolina $82,447 Missouri $82,430 Florida $82,091 Montana $81,909 Nebraska $81,736

Kentucky $81,640 South Carolina $81,293 Tennessee $81,076 Idaho $80,990 New Mexico $80,356 Oklahoma $80,217 Alabama $79,705 South Dakota $78,847

Arkansas $78,378 West Virginia $78,126 Mississippi $77,372

Top Paying Cities for Mechanical 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: $87,465
Little Creek: $88,105
Magnolia: $87,979

Lincoln, DE $87,465 Little Creek, DE $88,105 Magnolia, DE $87,979 Milford, DE $87,687 Marydel, DE $87,831 Millsboro, DE $87,098 Millville, DE $87,233 Milton, DE $87,384

Nassau, DE $87,447 Ocean View, DE $87,218 Rehoboth Beach, DE $87,385 Seaford, DE $87,435 Selbyville, DE $87,073 Smyrna, DE $88,166 Viola, DE $87,760 Woodside, DE $87,996

Bear, DE $87,793 Newark, DE $87,760 Claymont, DE $87,940 Delaware City, DE $87,848 Hockessin, DE $87,752 Kirkwood, DE $87,831 Middletown, DE $87,865 Montchanin, DE $87,772

New Castle, DE $87,785 Odessa, DE $87,909 Port Penn, DE $87,968 Rockland, DE $87,781 Saint Georges, DE $87,837 Townsend, DE $87,973 Winterthur, DE $87,791 Lewes, DE $87,418

Wilmington, DE $87,757 Dover, DE $88,105 Dover Afb, DE $87,641 Bethany Beach, DE $87,126 Bethel, DE $87,216 Bridgeville, DE $87,422 Camden Wyoming, DE $87,857 Cheswold, DE $88,077

Clayton, DE $88,079 Dagsboro, DE $87,065 Delmar, DE $86,926 Ellendale, DE $87,189 Felton, DE $87,680 Fenwick Island, DE $87,084 Frankford, DE $86,933 Frederica, DE $87,767

Georgetown, DE $87,032 Greenwood, DE $87,436 Harbeson, DE $87,125 Harrington, DE $87,569 Hartly, DE $87,842 Houston, DE $87,444 Kenton, DE $88,084 Laurel, DE $86,980

Yorklyn, DE $87,778

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

Understanding how a Mechanical 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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$76,137

Average $87,861/year

$94,725

$6,345

Average $7,322/month

$7,894

$1,464

Average $1,690/week

$1,822

$37

Average $42/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,725	$7,894	$1,822	$46
Average	$87,861	$7,322	$1,690	$42
25th Percentile	$76,137	$6,345	$1,464	$37

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