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Cost Estimators Salary in Kokomo, IN

BLS Official DataUpdated 2025-05-31
Median Annual

$76,490

Mean: $78,220

~$59,662 est. take-home

Hourly Rate

$36.77

Based on 2,080 hrs/yr

Cost of Living

100

100 = national avg

A

Very affordable

Affordability score: 100/100

Monthly surplus

$2,751/mo

Savings rate

52%

Cost Estimators salary in Kokomo, IN — median $76,490/year, range $58,040-$97,450

Salary Distribution

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

25th %

$58,040

Median

$76,490

75th %

$97,450

Median is in the 47th percentile of the typical range

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About Cost Estimators salaries in Kokomo, IN

Cost Estimators in Kokomo, IN earn a median of $76,490 per year, based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics data. The mean salary is $78,220, which tends to skew higher because a small number of high earners pull the average up.

Most cost estimators in this area earn between $58,040 and $97,450. Where you land depends on experience, employer type, and whether you have in-demand specializations.

That works out to roughly $36.77 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 Kokomo?

The median — where half earn more and half earn less — is $76,490. The average (mean) is $78,220, which is higher because top earners pull it up.

How much does a cost estimators make per hour in Kokomo?

About $36.77/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 Kokomo?

The middle 50% earn between $58,040 and $97,450. Below $58,040 is typically entry-level; above $97,450 usually means significant experience or specialized skills.

Salary Conversion Table

How does $76,490 per year break down across different time periods?

PeriodGrossEst. Take-Home
Yearly$76,490$59,662
Monthly$6,374$4,972
Biweekly$2,942$2,295
Weekly$1,471$1,147
Hourly (40h/wk)$36.77$28.68
Hourly (35h/wk)$42.03$32.78
Hourly (30h/wk)$49.03$38.24
Daily (8h)$294$229

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

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