Cost Estimators pay in Nebraska
In Nebraska, the median pay for cost estimators is $35.14 an hour ($73,100 a year). About 1,330 people work in this job there.
That is 7% lower than the U.S. median ($78,740). Nebraska ranks 46th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for cost estimators in Nebraska
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $24.06 | $50,040 |
| 25% of workers | $27.90 | $58,030 |
| Half of workers (median) | $35.14 | $73,100 |
| 75% of workers | $41.72 | $86,770 |
| 90% of workers | $50.79 | $105,640 |
Cost Estimators pay in Nebraska metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Omaha | $76,350 | 730 |
| Lincoln | $75,740 | 240 |
| Grand Island | $64,200 | 60 |
Nebraska unemployment rate: 2.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for cost estimators
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- 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 |
|---|---|
| Human Resources Specialists | $61,930 |
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | $60,000 |
| Training and Development Specialists | $65,700 |
| Compliance Officers | $73,920 |
| Project Management Specialists | $80,150 |
| Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators | $75,830 |
| Buyers and Purchasing Agents | $74,950 |
| Management Analysts | $75,360 |
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