Construction-trade hourly wages in Altoona, PA (BLS OEWS, latest release). Click any trade for the full pricing breakdown. Published averages — what workers are paid, not the rate to charge.
Altoona, PA median household income: $54,002 (Census ACS).
| Trade | Median /hr | Mean /hr |
|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $28.18 | $30.20 |
| Plumbers | $29.53 | $29.98 |
| Carpenters | $27.58 | $31.40 |
| Painters | $22.22 | $23.06 |
| Roofers | $21.35 | $22.51 |
| HVAC Technicians | $28.15 | $28.48 |
| Masons | $44.24 | $43.00 |
| Concrete Contractors | $25.48 | $24.42 |
| Landscapers | $17.16 | $17.47 |
| Construction Laborers | $22.03 | $22.56 |
| Construction Supervisors | $38.57 | $39.11 |
| Construction Managers | $44.94 | $52.04 |
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