Construction-trade hourly wages in Hickory, NC (BLS OEWS, latest release). Click any trade for the full pricing breakdown. Published averages — what workers are paid, not the rate to charge.
Hickory, NC median household income: $58,164 (Census ACS).
| Trade | Median /hr | Mean /hr |
|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $25.83 | $26.91 |
| Plumbers | $24.68 | $25.66 |
| Carpenters | $23.20 | $24.25 |
| Painters | $19.17 | $18.85 |
| Roofers | $22.51 | $22.05 |
| HVAC Technicians | $24.18 | $25.34 |
| Concrete Contractors | $21.43 | $20.03 |
| Fence Installers | $17.48 | $18.45 |
| Landscapers | $17.57 | $18.19 |
| Construction Laborers | $21.42 | $21.25 |
| Construction Supervisors | $33.65 | $34.81 |
| Construction Managers | $50.23 | $56.63 |
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