How much does a construction laborer make in Lawrence?
$47,680a year
Median yearly pay for construction laborers in the Lawrence, KS metro area. That is $22.92 an hour or $3,973 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.92
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 180 of 392
- Jobs in the area
- 280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,060Median: $47,680Highest 10%: $71,530
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,060 | $15.89 | |
| 25th | $39,750 | $19.11 | |
| Median | $47,680 | $22.92 | |
| 75th | $57,260 | $27.53 | |
| 90th | $71,530 | $34.39 |
Other cities in Kansas
Median yearly pay for construction laborers.
| St. Joseph, MO | $51,760 |
| Kansas City, MO | $50,500 |
| Joplin, MO | $49,880 |
| Manhattan, KS | $47,730 |
| Topeka, KS | $46,070 |
| Wichita, KS | $41,360 |
Related jobs in Lawrence
Same field, median yearly pay.
| First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trade and Extraction Worker | $78,920 |
| Electrician | $61,070 |
| Cement Mason and Concrete Finisher | $60,230 |
| Operating Engineer and Other Construction Equipment Operator | $60,080 |
| Carpenter | $59,800 |
| Plumber | $59,280 |
| Painter | $39,190 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction laborer make an hour in Lawrence?
The median hourly pay in the Lawrence, KS metro area is $22.92 ($47,680 a year).
Do construction laborers make more in Lawrence than the national average?
Yes: $47,680 against $47,120 nationally, 1% more.
How does Lawrence compare with the rest of Kansas?
The median in Kansas is $44,840, so Lawrence pays 6% more.
Where does Lawrence rank for construction laborer pay?
180 of 392 metro areas with data.
How much does a construction laborer make starting out in Lawrence?
The lowest-paid 10% make $33,060 or less a year; the top 10% make $71,530 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.