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Cost Estimators Salary in Terre Haute, IN

BLS Official DataUpdated 2025-05-31
Median Annual

$61,310

Mean: $69,420

~$47,822 est. take-home

Hourly Rate

$29.48

Based on 2,080 hrs/yr

Cost of Living

100

100 = national avg

A

Very affordable

Affordability score: 100/100

Monthly surplus

$1,745/mo

Savings rate

41%

Cost Estimators salary in Terre Haute, IN — median $61,310/year, range $52,500-$81,280

Salary Distribution

Where the median falls between the 25th and 75th percentile.

25th %

$52,500

Median

$61,310

75th %

$81,280

Median is in the 31th percentile of the typical range

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About Cost Estimators salaries in Terre Haute, IN

Cost Estimators in Terre Haute, IN earn a median of $61,310 per year, based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics data. The mean salary is $69,420, which tends to skew higher because a small number of high earners pull the average up.

Most cost estimators in this area earn between $52,500 and $81,280. Where you land depends on experience, employer type, and whether you have in-demand specializations.

That works out to roughly $29.48 per hour assuming a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual hourly pay may differ for part-time or contract roles.

Career Outlook

3% growthAs fast as average (BLS 2024–2034)

3% growth. AI can help with quantity takeoffs, but experienced estimators who understand construction methods, supply chain volatility, and risk assessment are still essential. Bad estimates cost companies millions — the human judgment isn't going away.

Worth knowing: Professional certification (CPE or CCP) is the ticket to higher pay. Estimators who specialize in green building and renewable energy projects are in particularly high demand.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average salary for a cost estimators in Terre Haute?

The median — where half earn more and half earn less — is $61,310. The average (mean) is $69,420, which is higher because top earners pull it up.

How much does a cost estimators make per hour in Terre Haute?

About $29.48/hour, based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Part-time or overtime hours will change the actual rate.

What is the salary range for cost estimators in Terre Haute?

The middle 50% earn between $52,500 and $81,280. Below $52,500 is typically entry-level; above $81,280 usually means significant experience or specialized skills.

Salary Conversion Table

How does $61,310 per year break down across different time periods?

PeriodGrossEst. Take-Home
Yearly$61,310$47,822
Monthly$5,109$3,985
Biweekly$2,358$1,839
Weekly$1,179$920
Hourly (40h/wk)$29.48$22.99
Hourly (35h/wk)$33.69$26.28
Hourly (30h/wk)$39.3$30.66
Daily (8h)$236$184

Take-home estimates use an effective tax rate of 22%. Actual amounts vary by filing status, deductions, and state tax.

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