Construction-trade hourly wages in Louisville/Jefferson County, KY (BLS OEWS, latest release). Click any trade for the full pricing breakdown. Published averages — what workers are paid, not the rate to charge.
Louisville/Jefferson County, KY median household income: $68,921 (Census ACS).
| Trade | Median /hr | Mean /hr |
|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $30.02 | $31.14 |
| Plumbers | $35.91 | $34.41 |
| Carpenters | $27.17 | $27.63 |
| Painters | $23.52 | $25.78 |
| Roofers | $23.64 | $26.46 |
| HVAC Technicians | $28.33 | $28.86 |
| Masons | $29.38 | $30.08 |
| Concrete Contractors | $25.34 | $26.35 |
| Drywall Contractors | $22.11 | $20.95 |
| Flooring Installers | $24.50 | $28.14 |
| Landscapers | $18.19 | $19.59 |
| Construction Laborers | $22.80 | $23.92 |
| Construction Supervisors | $38.07 | $38.09 |
| Construction Managers | $48.93 | $56.17 |
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