Construction-trade hourly wages in Cape Girardeau, MO (BLS OEWS, latest release). Click any trade for the full pricing breakdown. Published averages — what workers are paid, not the rate to charge.
Cape Girardeau, MO median household income: $66,427 (Census ACS).
| Trade | Median /hr | Mean /hr |
|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $28.71 | $32.21 |
| Plumbers | $31.34 | $34.45 |
| Carpenters | $30.64 | $31.47 |
| Painters | $27.89 | $26.73 |
| HVAC Technicians | $22.67 | $25.51 |
| Concrete Contractors | $27.97 | $28.44 |
| Landscapers | $17.37 | $18.63 |
| Construction Laborers | $27.95 | $27.99 |
| Construction Supervisors | $42.38 | $42.03 |
| Construction Managers | $49.51 | $49.98 |
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