How much does a construction laborer make in New Jersey?
$64,060a year
Median yearly pay for construction laborers in New Jersey. That is $30.80 an hour or $5,338 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.80
- Vs. national median
- +36%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 23,590
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,980Median: $64,060Highest 10%: $106,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,980 | $18.26 | |
| 25th | $46,710 | $22.46 | |
| Median | $64,060 | $30.80 | |
| 75th | $94,510 | $45.44 | |
| 90th | $106,100 | $51.03 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Vineland, NJ | $83,680 |
| Trenton, NJ | $71,920 |
| New York, NY | $61,270 |
| Atlantic City, NJ | $55,120 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $55,120 |
| Allentown, PA | $49,290 |
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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction laborer make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $30.80 ($64,060 a year).
Do construction laborers make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $64,060 against $47,120 nationally, 36% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for construction laborer pay?
New Jersey ranks 2 of 51 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays construction laborers the most?
Vineland, NJ, with a median of $83,680 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.