How much does a construction laborer make in Kansas?
$44,840a year
Median yearly pay for construction laborers in Kansas. That is $21.56 an hour or $3,737 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.56
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 38 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 9,990
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,500Median: $44,840Highest 10%: $60,070
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,500 | $15.14 | |
| 25th | $37,310 | $17.94 | |
| Median | $44,840 | $21.56 | |
| 75th | $49,210 | $23.66 | |
| 90th | $60,070 | $28.88 |
Cities in Kansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| St. Joseph, MO | $51,760 |
| Kansas City, MO | $50,500 |
| Joplin, MO | $49,880 |
| Manhattan, KS | $47,730 |
| Lawrence, KS | $47,680 |
| Topeka, KS | $46,070 |
| Wichita, KS | $41,360 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for construction laborers.
| 35. South Dakota | $45,710 |
| 36. Delaware | $45,550 |
| 37. Tennessee | $45,000 |
| 38. Kansas | $44,840 |
| 39. North Carolina | $44,720 |
| 40. Florida | $44,030 |
| 41. Virginia | $43,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction laborer make an hour in Kansas?
The median hourly pay in Kansas is $21.56 ($44,840 a year).
Do construction laborers make more in Kansas than the national average?
No: $44,840 against $47,120 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Kansas rank for construction laborer pay?
Kansas ranks 38 of 51 states.
Which city in Kansas pays construction laborers the most?
St. Joseph, MO-KS, with a median of $51,760 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.