Construction-trade hourly wages in Dubuque, IA (BLS OEWS, latest release). Click any trade for the full pricing breakdown. Published averages — what workers are paid, not the rate to charge.
Dubuque, IA median household income: $71,940 (Census ACS).
| Trade | Median /hr | Mean /hr |
|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $29.86 | $31.18 |
| Plumbers | $29.51 | $32.54 |
| Carpenters | $28.89 | $28.17 |
| Painters | $22.79 | $24.35 |
| HVAC Technicians | $29.53 | $29.91 |
| Concrete Contractors | $28.08 | $28.26 |
| Landscapers | $19.93 | $20.68 |
| Construction Laborers | $23.46 | $25.75 |
| Construction Supervisors | $37.17 | $37.35 |
| Construction Managers | $49.15 | $55.42 |
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