How much does a construction laborer make in Georgia?
$38,990a year
Median yearly pay for construction laborers in Georgia. That is $18.75 an hour or $3,249 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.75
- Vs. national median
- -17%
- Rank among states
- 46 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 27,800
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,880Median: $38,990Highest 10%: $56,450
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,880 | $13.40 | |
| 25th | $35,220 | $16.93 | |
| Median | $38,990 | $18.75 | |
| 75th | $46,950 | $22.57 | |
| 90th | $56,450 | $27.14 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chattanooga, TN | $43,260 |
| Atlanta, GA | $42,010 |
| Macon, GA | $40,010 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $39,500 |
| Rome, GA | $39,200 |
| Augusta, GA | $38,730 |
| Gainesville, GA | $38,280 |
| Savannah, GA | $37,690 |
| Athens, GA | $37,120 |
| Hinesville, GA | $37,010 |
| Brunswick, GA | $36,020 |
| Columbus, GA | $35,890 |
| Albany, GA | $35,880 |
| Dalton, GA | $35,320 |
| Valdosta, GA | $34,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for construction laborers.
| 43. West Virginia | $42,670 |
| 44. Texas | $40,620 |
| 45. Oklahoma | $39,360 |
| 46. Georgia | $38,990 |
| 47. New Mexico | $38,400 |
| 48. Louisiana | $38,230 |
| 49. Mississippi | $37,710 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction laborer make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $18.75 ($38,990 a year).
Do construction laborers make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $38,990 against $47,120 nationally, 17% less.
Where does Georgia rank for construction laborer pay?
Georgia ranks 46 of 51 states.
Which city in Georgia pays construction laborers the most?
Chattanooga, TN-GA, with a median of $43,260 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.