Pennsylvania Median
$49,400
per year
Hourly Rate
$23.75
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+5% vs US median
US median $47,120
State Rank
#21 of 51
35,920 employed here
How much does a Construction Laborer make in Pennsylvania?
Construction Laborers in Pennsylvania take home a median of $49,400 annually — roughly $23.75 an hour — which runs 5% above the national median of $47,120.
Within Pennsylvania, entry-level pay starts around $37,480 while the top 10% make $74,670 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $45,110 and $61,810 a year.
Construction Laborer salary range in Pennsylvania
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $37,480 | $18.02 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $45,110 | $21.69 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $49,400 | $23.75 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $61,810 | $29.72 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $74,670 | $35.90 |
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How Pennsylvania compares
Pennsylvania ranks 21st out of 51 states and territories for Construction Laborer pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Construction Laborer salary in other states
Hawaii $77,110New Jersey $64,060Massachusetts $63,390Illinois $60,690California $60,270Minnesota $60,260Connecticut $58,290Alaska $58,060Washington $57,720Rhode Island $57,240Missouri $56,730Wisconsin $56,100Ohio $56,080New York $55,930Oregon $50,860Indiana $50,070District of Columbia $50,020New Hampshire $49,980Montana $49,830Michigan $49,590North Dakota $49,070Nevada $48,990Vermont $48,580Iowa $48,490Colorado $47,900Nebraska $47,260Maryland $46,960Idaho $46,940Arizona $46,590Utah $46,550Maine $46,430Wyoming $46,030Kentucky $45,710South Dakota $45,710Delaware $45,550Tennessee $45,000Kansas $44,840North Carolina $44,720Florida $44,030Virginia $43,560South Carolina $42,940West Virginia $42,670Texas $40,620Oklahoma $39,360Georgia $38,990New Mexico $38,400Louisiana $38,230Mississippi $37,710Arkansas $37,630Alabama $36,900
Working as a Construction Laborer in Pennsylvania
Nationally, about 1,097,000 people work as Construction Laborers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Pennsylvania pay ($49,400) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Construction Laborer make in Pennsylvania?
The median Construction Laborer salary in Pennsylvania is $49,400 per year, or about $23.75 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $37,480 at the entry level to $74,670 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Pennsylvania pay compare to the national average?
Pennsylvania pays Construction Laborers about 5% more than the national median of $47,120. Pennsylvania ranks 21st out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Pennsylvania a good state for Construction Laborers?
Yes on pay — Pennsylvania pays above the national median for this occupation, at $49,400 a year. About 35,920 Construction Laborers are employed in Pennsylvania. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Pennsylvania?
The highest-paying occupations in Pennsylvania include Cardiologist ($579,120), Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons ($553,740), Anesthesiologist ($461,390), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.