How much does a construction laborer make in Lancaster?
$48,670a year
Median yearly pay for construction laborers in the Lancaster, PA metro area. That is $23.40 an hour or $4,056 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.40
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 156 of 392
- Jobs in the area
- 2,270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,940Median: $48,670Highest 10%: $66,570
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,940 | $18.24 | |
| 25th | $45,250 | $21.75 | |
| Median | $48,670 | $23.40 | |
| 75th | $58,240 | $28.00 | |
| 90th | $66,570 | $32.00 |
Other cities in Pennsylvania
Median yearly pay for construction laborers.
| Philadelphia, PA | $55,120 |
| State College, PA | $53,420 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $50,600 |
| Harrisburg, PA | $49,670 |
| York, PA | $49,350 |
| Allentown, PA | $49,290 |
| Reading, PA | $48,800 |
| Scranton, PA | $48,290 |
| Gettysburg, PA | $48,010 |
| Lebanon, PA | $47,530 |
| Chambersburg, PA | $46,860 |
| Erie, PA | $46,480 |
| Williamsport, PA | $46,360 |
| Altoona, PA | $45,820 |
| Johnstown, PA | $45,320 |
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Salaries for every job in Lancaster, PAFrequently asked questions
How much does a construction laborer make an hour in Lancaster?
The median hourly pay in the Lancaster, PA metro area is $23.40 ($48,670 a year).
Do construction laborers make more in Lancaster than the national average?
Yes: $48,670 against $47,120 nationally, 3% more.
How does Lancaster compare with the rest of Pennsylvania?
The median in Pennsylvania is $49,400, so Lancaster pays 1% less.
Where does Lancaster rank for construction laborer pay?
156 of 392 metro areas with data.
How much does a construction laborer make starting out in Lancaster?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,940 or less a year; the top 10% make $66,570 or more.
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.