How much does a construction laborer make in Massachusetts?
$63,390a year
Median yearly pay for construction laborers in Massachusetts. That is $30.48 an hour or $5,283 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.48
- Vs. national median
- +35%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 16,210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,170Median: $63,390Highest 10%: $98,880
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,170 | $21.72 | |
| 25th | $52,330 | $25.16 | |
| Median | $63,390 | $30.48 | |
| 75th | $88,330 | $42.47 | |
| 90th | $98,880 | $47.54 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $63,420 |
| Springfield, MA | $62,660 |
| Worcester, MA | $61,410 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $60,040 |
| Providence, RI | $59,280 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $58,150 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $52,130 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for construction laborers.
| 1. Hawaii | $77,110 |
| 2. New Jersey | $64,060 |
| 3. Massachusetts | $63,390 |
| 4. Illinois | $60,690 |
| 5. California | $60,270 |
| 6. Minnesota | $60,260 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction laborer make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $30.48 ($63,390 a year).
Do construction laborers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $63,390 against $47,120 nationally, 35% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for construction laborer pay?
Massachusetts ranks 3 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays construction laborers the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $63,420 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.