Construction-trade hourly wages in Illinois (BLS OEWS, latest release). Click any trade for the full pricing breakdown. Published averages — what workers are paid, not the rate to charge.
Illinois median household income: $80,306 (Census ACS).
| Trade | Median /hr | Mean /hr |
|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $47.87 | $44.34 |
| Plumbers | $48.05 | $44.91 |
| Carpenters | $37.98 | $38.62 |
| Painters | $29.45 | $33.48 |
| Roofers | $37.45 | $37.33 |
| HVAC Technicians | $37.21 | $37.29 |
| Masons | $43.26 | $40.79 |
| Concrete Contractors | $37.58 | $37.40 |
| Drywall Contractors | $30.38 | $34.95 |
| Flooring Installers | $33.60 | $34.82 |
| Fence Installers | $24.38 | $25.66 |
| Landscapers | $21.05 | $21.54 |
| Tree Service Pros | $30.99 | $32.14 |
| Construction Laborers | $29.18 | $32.51 |
| Construction Supervisors | $50.84 | $49.74 |
| Construction Managers | $52.48 | $56.26 |
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