How much does a construction laborer make in North Carolina?
$44,720a year
Median yearly pay for construction laborers in North Carolina. That is $21.50 an hour or $3,727 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.50
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 39 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 35,620
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,850Median: $44,720Highest 10%: $59,970
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,850 | $15.31 | |
| 25th | $37,380 | $17.97 | |
| Median | $44,720 | $21.50 | |
| 75th | $49,070 | $23.59 | |
| 90th | $59,970 | $28.83 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Asheville, NC | $47,520 |
| Durham, NC | $46,560 |
| Wilmington, NC | $46,090 |
| Pinehurst, NC | $45,900 |
| Charlotte, NC | $45,850 |
| Raleigh, NC | $45,650 |
| Hickory, NC | $44,550 |
| Fayetteville, NC | $43,740 |
| Greenville, NC | $42,420 |
| Burlington, NC | $42,320 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | $42,210 |
| Greensboro, NC | $40,100 |
| Jacksonville, NC | $39,830 |
| Goldsboro, NC | $39,330 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $38,490 |
| Rocky Mount, NC | $38,100 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for construction laborers.
| 36. Delaware | $45,550 |
| 37. Tennessee | $45,000 |
| 38. Kansas | $44,840 |
| 39. North Carolina | $44,720 |
| 40. Florida | $44,030 |
| 41. Virginia | $43,560 |
| 42. South Carolina | $42,940 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction laborer make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $21.50 ($44,720 a year).
Do construction laborers make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $44,720 against $47,120 nationally, 5% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for construction laborer pay?
North Carolina ranks 39 of 51 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays construction laborers the most?
Asheville, NC, with a median of $47,520 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.