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Construction Laborers Salary in Massachusetts
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Construction Laborers make in Massachusetts?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$63,390
Median Annual Salary
▲
+1.5% vs 2024
$70,830
Mean Salary
$63,390
Median Salary
$30.48
Hourly Rate
16,210 people work as Construction Laborers in Massachusetts
Construction Laborers salary by percentile in Massachusetts
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Construction Laborers in Massachusetts earn a median salary of $63,390 per year ($5,282/month).
This is 28.6% above the national average of $49,295.
Massachusetts ranks #3 out of 51 states for Construction Laborers pay.
Approximately 16,210 people work in this occupation across Massachusetts.
Salaries increased by 1.5% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Construction Laborers
Perform tasks involving physical labor at construction sites. May operate hand and power tools of all types: air hammers, earth tampers, cement mixers, small mechanical hoists, surveying and measuring equipment, and a variety of other equipment and instruments. May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, erect scaffolding, and clean up rubble, debris, and other waste materials. May assist other craft workers.
Top Skills
Speaking
3.25
Active Listening
3.12
Coordination
3.12
Operation and Control
3.12
Operations Monitoring
3.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Building and Construction
3.98
Public Safety and Security
3.17
Mechanical
3.03
Customer and Personal Service
2.79
Education and Training
2.36
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(34.9% of workers)
Salary Range: Construction Laborers in Massachusetts
Salaries for Construction Laborers in Massachusetts range from $45,170 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $98,880 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $52,330 and $88,330.
Median $63,390
P10: $45,170P25: $52,330P75: $88,330P90: $98,880
10th
$45,170
25th
$52,330
Median
$63,390
75th
$88,330
90th
$98,880
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$45,170
$21.72
$3,764
25th Percentile
$52,330
$25.16
$4,360
Median (50th)
$63,390
$30.48
$5,282
75th Percentile
$88,330
$42.47
$7,360
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$98,880
$47.54
$8,240
Note: The mean (average) salary of $70,830 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Construction Laborers make in Massachusetts?
The median annual salary for Construction Laborers in Massachusetts is $63,390 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $70,830.
What is the salary range for a Construction Laborers in Massachusetts?
Salaries for Construction Laborers in Massachusetts range from $45,170 at the 10th percentile to $98,880 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $52,330 and $88,330.
What is the starting salary for a Construction Laborers in Massachusetts?
Entry-level Construction Laborers positions in Massachusetts typically start around $45,170 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $52,330 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Construction Laborers in Massachusetts?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 16,210 people are employed as Construction Laborers in Massachusetts.
What is the hourly rate for a Construction Laborers in Massachusetts?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Construction Laborers in Massachusetts is approximately $30.48 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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