Construction-trade hourly wages in Chattanooga, TN (BLS OEWS, latest release). Click any trade for the full pricing breakdown. Published averages — what workers are paid, not the rate to charge.
Chattanooga, TN median household income: $68,677 (Census ACS).
| Trade | Median /hr | Mean /hr |
|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $34.77 | $31.76 |
| Plumbers | $28.23 | $28.82 |
| Carpenters | $24.41 | $25.64 |
| Painters | $22.82 | $23.50 |
| Roofers | $21.89 | $21.50 |
| HVAC Technicians | $24.49 | $26.93 |
| Masons | $33.49 | $31.35 |
| Concrete Contractors | $21.81 | $22.60 |
| Drywall Contractors | $21.72 | $22.47 |
| Fence Installers | $19.10 | $20.24 |
| Landscapers | $17.40 | $18.25 |
| Construction Laborers | $20.80 | $21.37 |
| Construction Supervisors | $36.10 | $36.80 |
| Construction Managers | $48.86 | $54.33 |
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