Construction-trade hourly wages in South Bend, IN (BLS OEWS, latest release). Click any trade for the full pricing breakdown. Published averages — what workers are paid, not the rate to charge.
South Bend, IN median household income: $65,834 (Census ACS).
| Trade | Median /hr | Mean /hr |
|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $35.65 | $34.59 |
| Plumbers | $35.67 | $35.58 |
| Carpenters | $29.66 | $29.78 |
| Painters | $23.47 | $24.47 |
| Roofers | $30.00 | $30.50 |
| HVAC Technicians | $28.59 | $30.81 |
| Masons | $35.36 | $33.99 |
| Concrete Contractors | $28.61 | $28.11 |
| Landscapers | $17.97 | $18.70 |
| Construction Laborers | $24.46 | $26.81 |
| Construction Supervisors | $39.65 | $40.71 |
| Construction Managers | $48.64 | $52.98 |
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