You can’t make the best decisions without the best information. That’s why we’re proud to provide construction industry labor market information for contractors and job seekers. The construction industry offers steady job growth, competitive wages, and diverse career paths for both new and experienced workers. As infrastructure and commercial projects expand, demand remains strong for skilled professionals in various trades.
For employers, understanding labor market trends helps with workforce planning, recruitment, and retention. Investing in training and career development ensures a strong, capable workforce for the future.
For job seekers, construction provides a path to high-paying, hands-on careers with opportunities for advancement. Whether starting fresh or upskilling, there’s a place for you in this dynamic industry.
Brickmasons
$27.88-$44.23/hr • $58K-$92K/year
Carpenters
$22.59-36.53/hr • $47K-$76K/year
Cement Masons
$23.55-37.01/hr • $49K-$77K/year
Laborers
$18.26-$28.84/hr • $38K-$60K/year
Operators
$28.36-$42.78/hr • $59K-$89K/year
Electricians
$27.40-$46.63/hr • $57K-$97K/year
Glazier
$23.55-$45.67/hr • $57K-$97K/year
Plumbers & Pipefitters
$22.11-$41.82/hr • $46K-$87K/year
Roofers
$22.59-$31.25/hr • $47K-$65K/year
Painters
$19.71-$28.84/hr • $41K-$60K/year
Sheet Metal Workers
$24.03-$41.19/hr • $50K-$94K/year
Iron & Steel Workers
$27.88-$37.50/hr • $58K-$78K/year
The construction industry employs 8.0 million employees and creates nearly $2.1 trillion worth of structures each year. Find national construction data from the Associated General Contractors of America.
This complimentary report is a useful tool for contractors to measure their employee compensation against industry peers and prepare their strategies for the years ahead. The report covers a range of topics impacting construction industry professionals.