What are the main factors that influence a Senior Project 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 Senior Project Estimator?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Senior Project Estimator roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Senior Project Estimator's salary?

A Senior Project Estimator's salary grows with experience: a Cost Estimation Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $73,145, a Senior Project Estimator (2-4 years)earns $93,821, a Cost Estimation Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $105,644, a Cost Estimation Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $140,082, a Cost Estimation Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $165,319,

What are the highest paying states for a Senior Project Estimator?

Senior Project Estimator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Senior Project Estimator roles are District of Columbia $103,431, California $103,039, Massachusetts $101,666. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Senior Project Estimator roles make?

Salaries for Senior Project Estimator level roles vary by specialization: Project Cost Estimator V: $167,210; Project Cost Estimator IV: $141,690; Assistant Project Estimator: $119,474; Estimator/Project Manager: $118,673; Project Cost Estimator III: $106,860.

Senior Project Estimator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Senior Project Estimator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Senior Project Estimator in Delaware is $94,603 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $114,945
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $86,176 to $105,251
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $78,502

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Senior Project Estimator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,251	$8,771	$2,024	$51
Average	$94,603	$7,884	$1,819	$45
25th Percentile	$86,176	$7,181	$1,657	$41

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Key Factors That Influence Senior Project Estimator Salaries

A Senior Project 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 Senior Project Estimator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Senior Project 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): $73,145
Early Career (1-2 years): $93,821
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,644
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $140,082
Expert (over 8 years): $165,319

Levels	Salary
Cost Esti... Level Senior Project Estimator	$73,145
Senior Pr... Level Senior Project Estimator	$93,821
Cost Esti... Level Senior Project Estimator	$105,644
Cost Esti... Level Senior Project Estimator	$140,082
Cost Esti... Level Senior Project Estimator	$165,319

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

District of Columbia: $103,431.
California: $103,039.
Massachusetts: $101,666.

District of Columbia $103,431 California $103,039 Massachusetts $101,666 Washington $101,292 New Jersey $101,255 Alaska $101,124 Connecticut $99,835 New York $99,312

Hawaii $97,640 Rhode Island $96,855 Maryland $96,322 Minnesota $95,594 Colorado $95,313 Illinois $95,220 Oregon $94,865 Delaware $94,603

New Hampshire $94,439 Virginia $94,071 Pennsylvania $92,997 Nevada $92,455 North Dakota $92,277 Michigan $91,997 Wisconsin $91,894 Vermont $91,689

Texas $91,119 Maine $91,082 Arizona $91,026 Ohio $90,960 Georgia $90,101 Indiana $89,671 Wyoming $89,587 Utah $89,456

Iowa $89,400 Kansas $88,952 Louisiana $88,821 North Carolina $88,774 Missouri $88,756 Florida $88,391 Montana $88,195 Nebraska $88,008

Kentucky $87,905 South Carolina $87,532 Tennessee $87,298 Idaho $87,205 New Mexico $86,523 Oklahoma $86,373 Alabama $85,822 South Dakota $84,897

Arkansas $84,393 West Virginia $84,122 Mississippi $83,309

Top Paying Cities for Senior Project 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: $94,178
Little Creek: $94,867
Magnolia: $94,731

Lincoln, DE $94,178 Little Creek, DE $94,867 Magnolia, DE $94,731 Milford, DE $94,417 Marydel, DE $94,572 Millsboro, DE $93,782 Millville, DE $93,927 Milton, DE $94,090

Nassau, DE $94,158 Ocean View, DE $93,911 Rehoboth Beach, DE $94,092 Seaford, DE $94,145 Selbyville, DE $93,755 Smyrna, DE $94,932 Viola, DE $94,495 Woodside, DE $94,749

Bear, DE $94,531 Newark, DE $94,495 Claymont, DE $94,689 Delaware City, DE $94,589 Hockessin, DE $94,487 Kirkwood, DE $94,572 Middletown, DE $94,608 Montchanin, DE $94,508

New Castle, DE $94,522 Odessa, DE $94,655 Port Penn, DE $94,718 Rockland, DE $94,518 Saint Georges, DE $94,578 Townsend, DE $94,724 Winterthur, DE $94,529 Lewes, DE $94,126

Wilmington, DE $94,491 Dover, DE $94,867 Dover Afb, DE $94,367 Bethany Beach, DE $93,812 Bethel, DE $93,909 Bridgeville, DE $94,131 Camden Wyoming, DE $94,600 Cheswold, DE $94,836

Clayton, DE $94,839 Dagsboro, DE $93,747 Delmar, DE $93,596 Ellendale, DE $93,880 Felton, DE $94,409 Fenwick Island, DE $93,767 Frankford, DE $93,604 Frederica, DE $94,503

Georgetown, DE $93,711 Greenwood, DE $94,146 Harbeson, DE $93,811 Harrington, DE $94,290 Hartly, DE $94,583 Houston, DE $94,155 Kenton, DE $94,844 Laurel, DE $93,655

Yorklyn, DE $94,515

Senior Project Estimator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Senior Project Estimator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Senior Project Estimator positions in Financial Services or Biotechnology typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Senior Project Estimator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Senior Project Estimator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$122,985	$59.0	30%
Aerospace & Defense	$118,254	$57.0	25%
MFG Nondurable	$115,416	$55.0	22%
Insurance	$111,632	$54.0	18%
Business Services	$108,794	$52.0	15%

Senior Project Estimator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Senior Project 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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$86,176

Average $94,603/year

$105,251

$7,181

Average $7,884/month

$8,771

$1,657

Average $1,819/week

$2,024

$41

Average $45/hour

$51

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,251	$8,771	$2,024	$51
Average	$94,603	$7,884	$1,819	$45
25th Percentile	$86,176	$7,181	$1,657	$41

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