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Cost Estimators Salary in Las Vegas, NV

BLS Official DataUpdated 2025-05-31
Median Annual

$82,110

Mean: $90,220

~$64,046 est. take-home

Hourly Rate

$39.48

Based on 2,080 hrs/yr

Cost of Living

100

100 = national avg

A

Very affordable

Affordability score: 100/100

Monthly surplus

$3,337/mo

Savings rate

57%

Cost Estimators salary in Las Vegas, NV — median $82,110/year, range $62,680-$106,810

Salary Distribution

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

25th %

$62,680

Median

$82,110

75th %

$106,810

Median is in the 44th percentile of the typical range

Cost Estimators in other NV cities

Compare the same occupation across cities in NV.

Las VegasYOU ARE HERE
$82,110
Reno
$82,270+0.2%
Carson City
$75,860-7.6%

About Cost Estimators salaries in Las Vegas, NV

Cost Estimators in Las Vegas, NV earn a median of $82,110 per year, based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics data. The mean salary is $90,220, which tends to skew higher because a small number of high earners pull the average up.

Most cost estimators in this area earn between $62,680 and $106,810. Where you land depends on experience, employer type, and whether you have in-demand specializations.

That works out to roughly $39.48 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 Las Vegas?

The median — where half earn more and half earn less — is $82,110. The average (mean) is $90,220, which is higher because top earners pull it up.

How much does a cost estimators make per hour in Las Vegas?

About $39.48/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 Las Vegas?

The middle 50% earn between $62,680 and $106,810. Below $62,680 is typically entry-level; above $106,810 usually means significant experience or specialized skills.

Salary Conversion Table

How does $82,110 per year break down across different time periods?

PeriodGrossEst. Take-Home
Yearly$82,110$64,046
Monthly$6,843$5,337
Biweekly$3,158$2,463
Weekly$1,579$1,232
Hourly (40h/wk)$39.48$30.79
Hourly (35h/wk)$45.12$35.19
Hourly (30h/wk)$52.63$41.06
Daily (8h)$316$246

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

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