How much does a construction laborer make in Missouri?
$56,730a year
Median yearly pay for construction laborers in Missouri. That is $27.27 an hour or $4,728 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.27
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 17,050
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,870Median: $56,730Highest 10%: $83,470
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,870 | $18.21 | |
| 25th | $45,610 | $21.93 | |
| Median | $56,730 | $27.27 | |
| 75th | $77,580 | $37.30 | |
| 90th | $83,470 | $40.13 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| St. Louis, MO | $64,500 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $58,220 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $58,140 |
| Columbia, MO | $56,810 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $51,760 |
| Kansas City, MO | $50,500 |
| Joplin, MO | $49,880 |
| Springfield, MO | $47,830 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for construction laborers.
| 8. Alaska | $58,060 |
| 9. Washington | $57,720 |
| 10. Rhode Island | $57,240 |
| 11. Missouri | $56,730 |
| 12. Wisconsin | $56,100 |
| 13. Ohio | $56,080 |
| 14. New York | $55,930 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction laborer make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $27.27 ($56,730 a year).
Do construction laborers make more in Missouri than the national average?
Yes: $56,730 against $47,120 nationally, 20% more.
Where does Missouri rank for construction laborer pay?
Missouri ranks 11 of 51 states.
Which city in Missouri pays construction laborers the most?
St. Louis, MO-IL, with a median of $64,500 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.