How much does a construction laborer make in Omaha?
$48,300a year
Median yearly pay for construction laborers in the Omaha, NE-IA metro area. That is $23.22 an hour or $4,025 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.22
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 164 of 392
- Jobs in the area
- 3,990
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,360Median: $48,300Highest 10%: $62,750
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,360 | $17.96 | |
| 25th | $41,600 | $20.00 | |
| Median | $48,300 | $23.22 | |
| 75th | $57,360 | $27.58 | |
| 90th | $62,750 | $30.17 |
Other cities in Nebraska
Median yearly pay for construction laborers.
| Sioux City, IA | $48,630 |
| Lincoln, NE | $46,700 |
| Grand Island, NE | $45,370 |
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Salaries for every job in Omaha, NEFrequently asked questions
How much does a construction laborer make an hour in Omaha?
The median hourly pay in the Omaha, NE-IA metro area is $23.22 ($48,300 a year).
Do construction laborers make more in Omaha than the national average?
Yes: $48,300 against $47,120 nationally, 3% more.
How does Omaha compare with the rest of Nebraska?
The median in Nebraska is $47,260, so Omaha pays 2% more.
Where does Omaha rank for construction laborer pay?
164 of 392 metro areas with data.
How much does a construction laborer make starting out in Omaha?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,360 or less a year; the top 10% make $62,750 or more.
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.