Cost Estimators
Prepare cost estimates for product manufacturing, construction projects, or services to aid management in bidding on or determining price of product or service. May specialize according to particular service performed or type of product manufactured.
SOC: 13-1051.00
Common Job Titles
Construction EstimatorCost AnalystCost EstimatorEstimator
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Cost Estimators (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
219,530
Wage Distribution by Percentile
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $46,330 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $128,640 |
| Workers on average earn | $83,160 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Mathematics4.4/5
- Economics and Accounting4.0/5
- Computers and Electronics3.5/5
- Engineering and Technology3.4/5
- Building and Construction3.3/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
Adobe AcrobatAutodesk AutoCADAutodesk RevitIntuit QuickBooksMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft DynamicsMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft ProjectMicrosoft VisioMicrosoft WordOracle Primavera Enterprise Project Portfolio ManagementProcore softwareSAP softwareTrimble SketchUp Pro
Technology Skills
Apple AppleWorksAssured Software JPPCPR International GeneralCOST EstimatorCPR Visual EstimatorChoice Job CostComputer aided design and drafting CADD softwareConEst BidTracConEst Electrical Formulas
Tools & Equipment
Desktop computersNotebook computersPersonal computersPersonal digital assistants PDAScannersTablet computers