How much does a cost estimator make in Providence?
$87,720a year
Median yearly pay for cost estimators in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area. That is $42.17 an hour or $7,310 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.17
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among cities
- 13 of 379
- Jobs in the area
- 960
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,330Median: $87,720Highest 10%: $130,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,330 | $28.04 | |
| 25th | $68,550 | $32.96 | |
| Median | $87,720 | $42.17 | |
| 75th | $106,100 | $51.00 | |
| 90th | $130,800 | $62.86 |
Other cities in Rhode Island
Median yearly pay for cost estimators.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Providence
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Project Management Specialist | $104,500 |
| Financial Risk Specialist | $103,500 |
| Management Analyst | $100,400 |
| Financial and Investment Analyst | $100,300 |
| Financial Examiner | $97,720 |
| Accountant and Auditor | $95,020 |
| Labor Relations Specialist | $93,140 |
| Budget Analyst | $87,760 |
| Compliance Officer | $87,620 |
| Property Appraiser and Assessor | $87,160 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cost estimator make an hour in Providence?
The median hourly pay in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area is $42.17 ($87,720 a year).
Do cost estimators make more in Providence than the national average?
Yes: $87,720 against $78,740 nationally, 11% more.
How does Providence compare with the rest of Rhode Island?
The median in Rhode Island is $81,990, so Providence pays 7% more.
Where does Providence rank for cost estimator pay?
13 of 379 metro areas with data.
How much does a cost estimator make starting out in Providence?
The lowest-paid 10% make $58,330 or less a year; the top 10% make $130,800 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.