Construction-trade hourly wages in Charleston, WV (BLS OEWS, latest release). Click any trade for the full pricing breakdown. Published averages — what workers are paid, not the rate to charge.
Charleston, WV median household income: $55,415 (Census ACS).
| Trade | Median /hr | Mean /hr |
|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $31.17 | $31.91 |
| Plumbers | $28.34 | $28.47 |
| Carpenters | $23.59 | $24.78 |
| Painters | $22.86 | $22.75 |
| HVAC Technicians | $24.76 | $26.65 |
| Masons | $23.88 | $25.44 |
| Concrete Contractors | $28.52 | $27.17 |
| Fence Installers | $20.00 | $26.02 |
| Landscapers | $14.73 | $15.67 |
| Construction Laborers | $22.97 | $24.07 |
| Construction Supervisors | $38.18 | $41.25 |
| Construction Managers | $38.01 | $41.66 |
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