Construction-trade hourly wages in Merced, CA (BLS OEWS, latest release). Click any trade for the full pricing breakdown. Published averages — what workers are paid, not the rate to charge.
Merced, CA median household income: $57,570 (Census ACS).
| Trade | Median /hr | Mean /hr |
|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $36.60 | $39.18 |
| Plumbers | $28.96 | $30.17 |
| Carpenters | $35.94 | $35.06 |
| Painters | $27.99 | $27.92 |
| Roofers | $29.23 | $27.84 |
| HVAC Technicians | $30.79 | $33.72 |
| Concrete Contractors | $25.59 | $27.98 |
| Drywall Contractors | $30.32 | $31.38 |
| Landscapers | $20.79 | $22.00 |
| Construction Laborers | $26.17 | $29.00 |
| Construction Supervisors | $38.10 | $40.84 |
| Construction Managers | $57.28 | $59.83 |
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