Construction-trade hourly wages in San Jose, 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 Jose, CA median household income: $153,202 (Census ACS).
| Trade | Median /hr | Mean /hr |
|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $43.77 | $47.91 |
| Plumbers | $51.71 | $54.94 |
| Carpenters | $38.55 | $42.28 |
| Painters | $29.79 | $33.30 |
| Roofers | $36.85 | $36.94 |
| HVAC Technicians | $39.45 | $43.89 |
| Masons | $36.51 | $37.60 |
| Concrete Contractors | $36.31 | $38.83 |
| Drywall Contractors | $38.19 | $44.05 |
| Flooring Installers | $50.61 | $46.14 |
| Fence Installers | $28.00 | $30.87 |
| Landscapers | $23.24 | $25.83 |
| Tree Service Pros | $30.59 | $33.91 |
| Construction Laborers | $32.92 | $33.55 |
| Construction Supervisors | $62.36 | $62.67 |
| Construction Managers | $78.39 | $80.88 |
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