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Construction Laborers Salary in Ohio
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Construction Laborers make in Ohio?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$56,080
Median Annual Salary
▲
+13.0% vs 2024
$58,300
Mean Salary
$56,080
Median Salary
$26.96
Hourly Rate
31,910 people work as Construction Laborers in Ohio
Construction Laborers salary by percentile in Ohio
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Construction Laborers in Ohio earn a median salary of $56,080 per year ($4,673/month).
This is 13.8% above the national average of $49,295.
Ohio ranks #13 out of 51 states for Construction Laborers pay.
Approximately 31,910 people work in this occupation across Ohio.
Salaries increased by 13.0% 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)
Salaries for Construction Laborers in Ohio range from $37,370 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $79,110 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $45,940 and $74,370.
Median $56,080
P10: $37,370P25: $45,940P75: $74,370P90: $79,110
10th
$37,370
25th
$45,940
Median
$56,080
75th
$74,370
90th
$79,110
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$37,370
$17.97
$3,114
25th Percentile
$45,940
$22.09
$3,828
Median (50th)
$56,080
$26.96
$4,673
75th Percentile
$74,370
$35.75
$6,197
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$79,110
$38.03
$6,592
Note: The mean (average) salary of $58,300 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Construction Laborers in Ohio is $56,080 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $58,300.
What is the salary range for a Construction Laborers in Ohio?
Salaries for Construction Laborers in Ohio range from $37,370 at the 10th percentile to $79,110 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $45,940 and $74,370.
What is the starting salary for a Construction Laborers in Ohio?
Entry-level Construction Laborers positions in Ohio typically start around $37,370 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $45,940 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Construction Laborers in Ohio?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 31,910 people are employed as Construction Laborers in Ohio.
What is the hourly rate for a Construction Laborers in Ohio?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Construction Laborers in Ohio is approximately $26.96 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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