How much does a construction laborer make in Alabama?
$36,900a year
Median yearly pay for construction laborers in Alabama. That is $17.74 an hour or $3,075 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.74
- Vs. national median
- -22%
- Rank among states
- 51 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 18,400
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $23,980Median: $36,900Highest 10%: $49,740
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $23,980 | $11.53 | |
| 25th | $29,960 | $14.40 | |
| Median | $36,900 | $17.74 | |
| 75th | $45,240 | $21.75 | |
| 90th | $49,740 | $23.91 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Daphne, AL | $38,440 |
| Birmingham, AL | $38,370 |
| Decatur, AL | $37,680 |
| Huntsville, AL | $37,510 |
| Mobile, AL | $36,830 |
| Montgomery, AL | $36,630 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | $36,460 |
| Florence, AL | $36,260 |
| Auburn, AL | $36,110 |
| Columbus, GA | $35,890 |
| Anniston, AL | $33,970 |
| Gadsden, AL | $32,900 |
| Dothan, AL | $32,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for construction laborers.
| 48. Louisiana | $38,230 |
| 49. Mississippi | $37,710 |
| 50. Arkansas | $37,630 |
| 51. Alabama | $36,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction laborer make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $17.74 ($36,900 a year).
Do construction laborers make more in Alabama than the national average?
No: $36,900 against $47,120 nationally, 22% less.
Where does Alabama rank for construction laborer pay?
Alabama ranks 51 of 51 states.
Which city in Alabama pays construction laborers the most?
Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL, with a median of $38,440 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.