What are the main factors that influence a Sales 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 Sales Estimator?

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

How does experience change A Sales Estimator's salary?

A Sales Estimator's salary grows with experience: a Cost Estimation Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $140,656, a Cost Estimation Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $165,997, a Sales Estimator (10+ years)earns $87,488, a Cost Estimating Senior Supervisor (10+ years)earns $123,231, a Cost Estimating Manager (10+ years)earns $140,310,

What are the highest paying states for a Sales Estimator?

Sales Estimator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Sales Estimator roles are District of Columbia $96,204, California $95,839, Massachusetts $94,562. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Sales Estimator roles make?

Salaries for Sales Estimator level roles vary by specialization: Chief Estimator: $122,866; Senior Estimator: $93,136; Lead Estimator: $90,559; Construction Estimator: $89,496; Collision Estimator: $89,248.

Sales Estimator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Sales Estimator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sales Estimator in Delaware is $87,993 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,119
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,251 to $94,864
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,561

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Sales Estimator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,864	$7,905	$1,824	$46
Average	$87,993	$7,333	$1,692	$42
25th Percentile	$76,251	$6,354	$1,466	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Sales Estimator Salaries

A Sales 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 Sales Estimator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Sales 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): $140,656
Early Career (1-2 years): $165,997
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $87,488
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $123,231
Expert (over 8 years): $140,310

Levels	Salary
Cost Esti... Level Sales Estimator	$140,656
Cost Esti... Level Sales Estimator	$165,997
Sales Est... Level Sales Estimator	$87,488
Cost Esti... Level Sales Estimator	$123,231
Cost Esti... Level Sales Estimator	$140,310

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

District of Columbia: $96,204.
California: $95,839.
Massachusetts: $94,562.

District of Columbia $96,204 California $95,839 Massachusetts $94,562 Washington $94,215 New Jersey $94,180 Alaska $94,058 Connecticut $92,859 New York $92,373

Hawaii $90,817 Rhode Island $90,087 Maryland $89,592 Minnesota $88,914 Colorado $88,654 Illinois $88,567 Oregon $88,237 Delaware $87,993

New Hampshire $87,840 Virginia $87,498 Pennsylvania $86,499 Nevada $85,995 North Dakota $85,830 Michigan $85,569 Wisconsin $85,473 Vermont $85,282

Texas $84,752 Maine $84,718 Arizona $84,665 Ohio $84,605 Georgia $83,805 Indiana $83,406 Wyoming $83,327 Utah $83,206

Iowa $83,154 Kansas $82,736 Louisiana $82,615 North Carolina $82,571 Missouri $82,554 Florida $82,215 Montana $82,033 Nebraska $81,859

Kentucky $81,763 South Carolina $81,416 Tennessee $81,199 Idaho $81,112 New Mexico $80,477 Oklahoma $80,338 Alabama $79,826 South Dakota $78,965

Arkansas $78,496 West Virginia $78,244 Mississippi $77,488

Top Paying Cities for Sales 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: $87,597
Little Creek: $88,238
Magnolia: $88,111

Lincoln, DE $87,597 Little Creek, DE $88,238 Magnolia, DE $88,111 Milford, DE $87,820 Marydel, DE $87,964 Millsboro, DE $87,230 Millville, DE $87,364 Milton, DE $87,515

Nassau, DE $87,579 Ocean View, DE $87,349 Rehoboth Beach, DE $87,517 Seaford, DE $87,567 Selbyville, DE $87,204 Smyrna, DE $88,299 Viola, DE $87,893 Woodside, DE $88,129

Bear, DE $87,926 Newark, DE $87,893 Claymont, DE $88,072 Delaware City, DE $87,980 Hockessin, DE $87,885 Kirkwood, DE $87,964 Middletown, DE $87,998 Montchanin, DE $87,905

New Castle, DE $87,918 Odessa, DE $88,041 Port Penn, DE $88,100 Rockland, DE $87,913 Saint Georges, DE $87,970 Townsend, DE $88,105 Winterthur, DE $87,924 Lewes, DE $87,549

Wilmington, DE $87,889 Dover, DE $88,238 Dover Afb, DE $87,773 Bethany Beach, DE $87,257 Bethel, DE $87,348 Bridgeville, DE $87,554 Camden Wyoming, DE $87,990 Cheswold, DE $88,210

Clayton, DE $88,212 Dagsboro, DE $87,197 Delmar, DE $87,057 Ellendale, DE $87,321 Felton, DE $87,813 Fenwick Island, DE $87,216 Frankford, DE $87,064 Frederica, DE $87,899

Georgetown, DE $87,164 Greenwood, DE $87,568 Harbeson, DE $87,256 Harrington, DE $87,701 Hartly, DE $87,974 Houston, DE $87,576 Kenton, DE $88,217 Laurel, DE $87,111

Yorklyn, DE $87,911

Sales Estimator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Sales 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, Sales Estimator positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Sales Estimator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Sales Estimator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$105,592	$51.0	20%
Software & Networking	$103,832	$50.0	18%
Biotechnology	$101,192	$49.0	15%
Financial Services	$98,552	$47.0	12%
Energy & Utilities	$96,793	$47.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Sales 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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$76,251

Average $87,993/year

$94,864

$6,354

Average $7,333/month

$7,905

$1,466

Average $1,692/week

$1,824

$37

Average $42/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,864	$7,905	$1,824	$46
Average	$87,993	$7,333	$1,692	$42
25th Percentile	$76,251	$6,354	$1,466	$37

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