Construction-trade hourly wages in Boston, MA (BLS OEWS, latest release). Click any trade for the full pricing breakdown. Published averages — what workers are paid, not the rate to charge.
Boston, MA median household income: $110,697 (Census ACS).
| Trade | Median /hr | Mean /hr |
|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $38.42 | $40.08 |
| Plumbers | $46.52 | $44.62 |
| Carpenters | $36.16 | $39.07 |
| Painters | $27.80 | $31.21 |
| Roofers | $31.90 | $33.82 |
| HVAC Technicians | $37.75 | $38.41 |
| Masons | $46.62 | $49.67 |
| Concrete Contractors | $30.23 | $35.25 |
| Flooring Installers | $47.25 | $44.01 |
| Fence Installers | $23.66 | $26.77 |
| Landscapers | $23.57 | $24.64 |
| Tree Service Pros | $30.19 | $33.11 |
| Construction Laborers | $30.49 | $34.30 |
| Construction Supervisors | $48.02 | $49.37 |
| Construction Managers | $75.23 | $76.70 |
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