Construction-trade hourly wages in Wilmington, NC (BLS OEWS, latest release). Click any trade for the full pricing breakdown. Published averages — what workers are paid, not the rate to charge.
Wilmington, NC median household income: $76,904 (Census ACS).
| Trade | Median /hr | Mean /hr |
|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $26.00 | $26.57 |
| Plumbers | $27.11 | $27.06 |
| Carpenters | $24.44 | $24.95 |
| Painters | $20.60 | $19.97 |
| Roofers | $23.43 | $23.03 |
| HVAC Technicians | $23.97 | $25.27 |
| Masons | $23.17 | $24.19 |
| Concrete Contractors | $21.17 | $21.41 |
| Drywall Contractors | $27.66 | $24.11 |
| Landscapers | $17.63 | $18.24 |
| Construction Laborers | $22.16 | $23.14 |
| Construction Supervisors | $34.05 | $34.84 |
| Construction Managers | $49.91 | $56.45 |
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