Construction-trade hourly wages in Houston, TX (BLS OEWS, latest release). Click any trade for the full pricing breakdown. Published averages — what workers are paid, not the rate to charge.
Houston, TX median household income: $79,463 (Census ACS).
| Trade | Median /hr | Mean /hr |
|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $28.45 | $29.55 |
| Plumbers | $29.47 | $30.70 |
| Carpenters | $23.88 | $25.48 |
| Painters | $22.18 | $22.63 |
| Roofers | $21.87 | $22.18 |
| HVAC Technicians | $28.34 | $29.03 |
| Masons | $27.12 | $26.02 |
| Concrete Contractors | $22.40 | $23.72 |
| Drywall Contractors | $22.89 | $22.80 |
| Flooring Installers | $20.68 | $21.09 |
| Landscapers | $17.44 | $18.08 |
| Tree Service Pros | $19.07 | $20.08 |
| Construction Laborers | $19.88 | $21.08 |
| Construction Supervisors | $36.55 | $37.94 |
| Construction Managers | $49.78 | $56.54 |
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