Construction-trade hourly wages in Virginia (BLS OEWS, latest release). Click any trade for the full pricing breakdown. Published averages — what workers are paid, not the rate to charge.
Virginia median household income: $89,931 (Census ACS).
| Trade | Median /hr | Mean /hr |
|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $30.24 | $32.62 |
| Plumbers | $29.07 | $29.16 |
| Carpenters | $26.77 | $26.63 |
| Painters | $22.82 | $23.61 |
| Roofers | $23.28 | $24.77 |
| HVAC Technicians | $28.72 | $29.42 |
| Masons | $26.29 | $26.34 |
| Concrete Contractors | $24.49 | $25.43 |
| Drywall Contractors | $26.84 | $26.59 |
| Flooring Installers | $24.25 | $26.77 |
| Fence Installers | $19.26 | $22.00 |
| Landscapers | $18.46 | $19.60 |
| Tree Service Pros | $23.34 | $23.94 |
| Construction Laborers | $20.94 | $21.00 |
| Construction Supervisors | $37.81 | $39.32 |
| Construction Managers | $57.26 | $61.15 |
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