Cost Estimators pay in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell
In Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell (GA), the median pay for cost estimators is $39.84 an hour ($82,870 a year). About 3,740 people work in this job there.
That is 5% higher than the U.S. median ($78,740). It is 8% higher than the Georgia median ($76,800).
Pay range for cost estimators in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell (GA)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.80 | $49,500 |
| 25% of workers | $30.50 | $63,440 |
| Half of workers (median) | $39.84 | $82,870 |
| 75% of workers | $48.46 | $100,800 |
| 90% of workers | $64.79 | $134,750 |
Cost Estimators pay in Georgia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell (this page) | $82,870 | 3,740 |
| Athens-Clarke County | $81,540 | 110 |
| Warner Robins | $76,160 | 80 |
| Dalton | $74,840 | 70 |
| Gainesville | $71,960 | 110 |
| Macon-Bibb County | $71,480 | 90 |
| Augusta-Richmond County | $68,550 | 340 |
| Savannah | $68,120 | 240 |
| Valdosta | $66,880 | 50 |
| Albany | $66,720 | 50 |
| Brunswick-St. Simons | $62,920 | 70 |
| Columbus | $62,100 | 120 |
Georgia unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for cost estimators
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -3.1% over ten years, declining · about 17,600 openings a year (BLS)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Business Operations Specialists, All Other | $80,020 |
| Management Analysts | $101,220 |
| Project Management Specialists | $103,400 |
| Human Resources Specialists | $75,410 |
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | $79,030 |
| Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators | $75,770 |
| Buyers and Purchasing Agents | $75,140 |
| Training and Development Specialists | $71,330 |
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