What are the main factors that influence an Assistant Construction Estimator's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Assistant Construction Estimator's salary?

An Assistant Construction Estimator's salary grows with experience: starting around $51,566 for beginners, reaching about $55,913 at mid-level, and approach $56,115 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Assistant Construction Estimator?

Assistant Construction Estimator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assistant Construction Estimator roles are District of Columbia $58,063, California $57,842, Massachusetts $57,072. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Assistant Construction Estimator roles make?

Salaries for Assistant Construction Estimator level roles vary by specialization: Residential Construction Estimator: $156,996; Construction Project Manager/Estimator: $117,437; Construction Estimator: $89,504; Construction Cost Estimator: $86,924; Construction Project Estimator: $85,188.

Assistant Construction Estimator Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Assistant Construction Estimator make in Rhode Island? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Construction Estimator in Rhode Island is $54,371 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, an Assistant Construction Estimator's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,597
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,958 to $59,200
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,030

10% $44,030

50% (Median) $54,371

90% $63,597

Assistant Construction Estimator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,200	$4,933	$1,138	$28
Average	$54,371	$4,531	$1,046	$26
25th Percentile	$48,958	$4,080	$941	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Construction Estimator Salaries

An Assistant Construction Estimator's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Construction Estimator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Construction Estimator's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $51,566
Early Career (1-2 years): $53,365
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,913
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $55,913
Expert (over 8 years): $56,115

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Level Assistant Construction Estimator	less than 1 year	$51,566
Early Career Level Assistant Construction Estimator	1-2 years	$53,365
Mid-Level Level Assistant Construction Estimator	2-4 years	$55,913
Senior-Level Level Assistant Construction Estimator	5-8 years	$55,913
Expert Level Assistant Construction Estimator	over 8 years	$56,115

How Do Assistant Construction Estimator Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Assistant Construction Estimators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $58,063.
California: $57,842.
Massachusetts: $57,072.

District of Columbia $58,063 California $57,842 Massachusetts $57,072 Washington $56,862 New Jersey $56,841 Alaska $56,767 Connecticut $56,044 New York $55,750

Hawaii $54,811 Rhode Island $54,371 Maryland $54,072 Minnesota $53,663 Colorado $53,506 Illinois $53,453 Oregon $53,254 Delaware $53,107

New Hampshire $53,015 Virginia $52,808 Pennsylvania $52,205 Nevada $51,901 North Dakota $51,801 Michigan $51,644 Wisconsin $51,586 Vermont $51,471

Texas $51,151 Maine $51,130 Arizona $51,099 Ohio $51,062 Georgia $50,579 Indiana $50,338 Wyoming $50,291 Utah $50,218

Iowa $50,186 Kansas $49,934 Louisiana $49,861 North Carolina $49,835 Missouri $49,824 Florida $49,620 Montana $49,510 Nebraska $49,405

Kentucky $49,347 South Carolina $49,137 Tennessee $49,006 Idaho $48,954 New Mexico $48,571 Oklahoma $48,487 Alabama $48,178 South Dakota $47,658

Arkansas $47,375 West Virginia $47,223 Mississippi $46,767

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Construction Estimator

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $55,050
Albion: $54,585
Ashaway: $54,946

Adamsville, RI $55,050

Albion, RI $54,585

Ashaway, RI $54,946

Barrington, RI $54,442

Block Island, RI $54,745

Bradford, RI $54,913

Bristol, RI $54,651

Carolina, RI $54,822

Charlestown, RI $54,842

Chepachet, RI $54,733

Clayville, RI $54,581

Coventry, RI $54,583

West Greenwich, RI $54,734

East Greenwich, RI $54,547

Exeter, RI $54,719

Fiskeville, RI $54,441

Forestdale, RI $54,860

Foster, RI $54,704

Glendale, RI $54,864

Greene, RI $54,776

Greenville, RI $54,462

Harmony, RI $54,532

Harrisville, RI $54,841

Hope, RI $54,475

Hope Valley, RI $54,898

Hopkinton, RI $54,970

Jamestown, RI $54,787

Kenyon, RI $54,816

Little Compton, RI $55,042

Manville, RI $54,657

Mapleville, RI $54,744

Newport, RI $54,842

Middletown, RI $54,866

North Kingstown, RI $54,640

North Scituate, RI $54,532

Oakland, RI $54,803

Pascoag, RI $54,877

Pawtucket, RI $54,360

Central Falls, RI $54,384

Cumberland, RI $54,693

Lincoln, RI $54,439

Portsmouth, RI $54,836

Prudence Island, RI $54,723

Rockville, RI $54,962

Saunderstown, RI $54,754

Shannock, RI $54,819

Slatersville, RI $54,861

Slocum, RI $54,752

Tiverton, RI $55,003

Wakefield, RI $54,800

Kingston, RI $54,779

Narragansett, RI $54,816

Peace Dale, RI $54,794

Warren, RI $54,582

Warwick, RI $54,430

Westerly, RI $54,959

West Kingston, RI $54,797

West Warwick, RI $54,497

Wood River Junction, RI $54,875

Woonsocket, RI $54,863

North Smithfield, RI $54,738

Wyoming, RI $54,819

Providence, RI $54,345

Cranston, RI $54,352

North Providence, RI $54,358

East Providence, RI $54,348

Riverside, RI $54,366

Rumford, RI $54,358

Smithfield, RI $54,468

Johnston, RI $54,377

Assistant Construction Estimator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Construction Estimator's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

$48,958

Average $54,371/year

$59,200

$4,080

Average $4,531/month

$4,933

$941

Average $1,046/week

$1,138

$24

Average $26/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,200	$4,933	$1,138	$28
Average	$54,371	$4,531	$1,046	$26
25th Percentile	$48,958	$4,080	$941	$24

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