How much does a construction laborer make in Virginia?
$43,560a year
Median yearly pay for construction laborers in Virginia. That is $20.94 an hour or $3,630 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.94
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 41 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 25,830
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,900Median: $43,560Highest 10%: $57,110
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,900 | $15.82 | |
| 25th | $37,020 | $17.80 | |
| Median | $43,560 | $20.94 | |
| 75th | $47,550 | $22.86 | |
| 90th | $57,110 | $27.46 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $47,430 |
| Kingsport, TN | $45,370 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $45,080 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $43,520 |
| Richmond, VA | $42,410 |
| Winchester, VA | $42,160 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $41,670 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $38,490 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $38,400 |
| Roanoke, VA | $38,150 |
| Staunton, VA | $38,040 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for construction laborers.
| 38. Kansas | $44,840 |
| 39. North Carolina | $44,720 |
| 40. Florida | $44,030 |
| 41. Virginia | $43,560 |
| 42. South Carolina | $42,940 |
| 43. West Virginia | $42,670 |
| 44. Texas | $40,620 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction laborer make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $20.94 ($43,560 a year).
Do construction laborers make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $43,560 against $47,120 nationally, 8% less.
Where does Virginia rank for construction laborer pay?
Virginia ranks 41 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays construction laborers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $47,430 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.