What is the average hourly wage for Construction Laborers?

The median hourly wage for Construction Laborers is $20.22 per hour. This translates to approximately $42,060 per year working full-time.

What states pay Construction Laborers the most?

Salaries for Construction Laborers vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a construction laborer?

Typical education required: High school diploma.

Construction Laborers Salary

Name: Construction Laborers Salary Data
Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$42,060

$20.22 / hour

▲ 4% (Average)

Salary Range

$22,292 - $72,343

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

1,251,930

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Construction Laborers Salary by Percentile

$22,292 $72,343

10th pct Median: $42,060 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$22,292	$10.72
25th Percentile	$30,283	$14.56
50th (Median)	$42,060	$20.22
75th Percentile	$58,043	$27.91
90th (Top Earners)	$72,343	$34.78
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Construction Laborers

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$55,519	$26.69
2	California (CA)	$52,575	$25.28
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$51,313	$24.67
4	New York (NY)	$51,313	$24.67
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$50,472	$24.27
6	Connecticut (CT)	$49,631	$23.86
7	Maryland (MD)	$49,631	$23.86
8	Hawaii (HI)	$48,369	$23.25
9	Alaska (AK)	$47,107	$22.65
10	Washington (WA)	$47,107	$22.65
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Construction Laborers

Construction Laborers work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the construction trades sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: High school diploma

Job Outlook for Construction Laborers

Projected Growth

+4%

2022-2032

▲ 4% (Average)

Annual Job Openings

719,200

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Construction Laborers make?

The median annual salary for Construction Laborers is $42,060 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $22,292, while the top 10% earn $72,343 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Construction Laborers?

Construction Laborers earn a median hourly wage of $20.22 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $42,060 annually.

Is Construction Laborers a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $42,060, Construction Laborers represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Average (4% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Construction Laborers need?

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.