Construction-trade hourly wages in Rochester, NY (BLS OEWS, latest release). Click any trade for the full pricing breakdown. Published averages — what workers are paid, not the rate to charge.
Rochester, NY median household income: $73,294 (Census ACS).
| Trade | Median /hr | Mean /hr |
|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $37.17 | $36.84 |
| Plumbers | $35.38 | $35.36 |
| Carpenters | $28.60 | $30.16 |
| Painters | $22.71 | $25.74 |
| Roofers | $29.27 | $28.33 |
| HVAC Technicians | $30.56 | $32.07 |
| Masons | $35.51 | $35.84 |
| Concrete Contractors | $29.99 | $30.04 |
| Drywall Contractors | $28.80 | $29.16 |
| Landscapers | $19.08 | $20.38 |
| Construction Laborers | $23.70 | $26.67 |
| Construction Supervisors | $39.12 | $41.92 |
| Construction Managers | $64.87 | $68.60 |
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