How much does a construction laborer make in New York?
$55,930a year
Median yearly pay for construction laborers in New York. That is $26.89 an hour or $4,661 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.89
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 52,090
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,320Median: $55,930Highest 10%: $96,590
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,320 | $16.50 | |
| 25th | $43,950 | $21.13 | |
| Median | $55,930 | $26.89 | |
| 75th | $79,420 | $38.18 | |
| 90th | $96,590 | $46.44 |
Cities in New York
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $61,270 |
| Kiryas Joel, NY | $53,940 |
| Albany, NY | $52,940 |
| Binghamton, NY | $50,740 |
| Buffalo, NY | $50,620 |
| Utica, NY | $49,710 |
| Elmira, NY | $49,600 |
| Kingston, NY | $49,520 |
| Rochester, NY | $49,290 |
| Syracuse, NY | $49,180 |
| Glens Falls, NY | $49,080 |
| Watertown, NY | $48,450 |
| Ithaca, NY | $46,790 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for construction laborers.
| 11. Missouri | $56,730 |
| 12. Wisconsin | $56,100 |
| 13. Ohio | $56,080 |
| 14. New York | $55,930 |
| 15. Oregon | $50,860 |
| 16. Indiana | $50,070 |
| 17. District of Columbia | $50,020 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction laborer make an hour in New York?
The median hourly pay in New York is $26.89 ($55,930 a year).
Do construction laborers make more in New York than the national average?
Yes: $55,930 against $47,120 nationally, 19% more.
Where does New York rank for construction laborer pay?
New York ranks 14 of 51 states.
Which city in New York pays construction laborers the most?
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, with a median of $61,270 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.