Construction-trade hourly wages in San Francisco, CA (BLS OEWS, latest release). Click any trade for the full pricing breakdown. Published averages — what workers are paid, not the rate to charge.
San Francisco, CA median household income: $127,792 (Census ACS).
| Trade | Median /hr | Mean /hr |
|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $44.63 | $49.85 |
| Plumbers | $37.44 | $44.41 |
| Carpenters | $42.89 | $43.09 |
| Painters | $30.58 | $33.91 |
| Roofers | $35.74 | $35.68 |
| HVAC Technicians | $37.73 | $41.61 |
| Masons | $37.19 | $41.66 |
| Concrete Contractors | $36.53 | $40.42 |
| Drywall Contractors | $39.50 | $43.79 |
| Flooring Installers | $36.04 | $37.64 |
| Fence Installers | $28.19 | $30.64 |
| Landscapers | $23.10 | $26.19 |
| Tree Service Pros | $36.53 | $35.66 |
| Construction Laborers | $34.91 | $35.40 |
| Construction Supervisors | $58.08 | $57.30 |
| Construction Managers | $79.82 | $79.21 |
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