Construction-trade hourly wages in Lafayette, LA (BLS OEWS, latest release). Click any trade for the full pricing breakdown. Published averages — what workers are paid, not the rate to charge.
Lafayette, LA median household income: $57,311 (Census ACS).
| Trade | Median /hr | Mean /hr |
|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $28.76 | $28.45 |
| Plumbers | $27.85 | $26.77 |
| Carpenters | $22.81 | $23.30 |
| Painters | $20.90 | $21.53 |
| Roofers | $23.03 | $25.30 |
| HVAC Technicians | $24.99 | $25.35 |
| Concrete Contractors | $25.91 | $24.99 |
| Landscapers | $14.68 | $15.74 |
| Construction Laborers | $18.57 | $20.22 |
| Construction Supervisors | $34.60 | $36.35 |
| Construction Managers | $49.21 | $53.72 |
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