Construction-trade hourly wages in State College, PA (BLS OEWS, latest release). Click any trade for the full pricing breakdown. Published averages — what workers are paid, not the rate to charge.
State College, PA median household income: $69,101 (Census ACS).
| Trade | Median /hr | Mean /hr |
|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $27.69 | $27.69 |
| Plumbers | $27.67 | $29.95 |
| Carpenters | $26.77 | $29.32 |
| Painters | $22.39 | $23.12 |
| HVAC Technicians | $27.87 | $27.56 |
| Concrete Contractors | $29.35 | $30.36 |
| Landscapers | $18.26 | $19.21 |
| Construction Laborers | $25.68 | $26.22 |
| Construction Supervisors | $37.92 | $39.12 |
| Construction Managers | $49.02 | $54.49 |
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