What are the main factors that influence a Construction Worker's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Construction Worker's salary?

A Construction Worker's salary grows with experience: starting around $45,781 for beginners, reaching about $48,110 at mid-level, and approach $48,748 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Construction Worker?

Construction Worker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Construction Worker roles are District of Columbia $49,681, California $49,492, Massachusetts $48,833. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Construction Worker roles make?

Salaries for Construction Worker level roles vary by specialization: Civil Construction Worker: $78,902; Construction Worker/Carpenter: $63,502; Construction/Maintenance Worker: $53,923; Railroad Worker: $52,927; Construction Site Worker: $50,095.

Construction Worker Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Construction Worker make in Rhode Island?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Construction Worker in Rhode Island is $46,845 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

However, a Construction Worker's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $57,592
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,452 to $52,470
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,363

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Construction Worker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,470	$4,373	$1,009	$25
Average	$46,845	$3,904	$901	$23
25th Percentile	$43,452	$3,621	$836	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Construction Worker Salaries

A Construction Worker's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Construction Worker Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Construction Worker's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $45,781
Early Career (1-2 years): $46,355
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $48,110
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $48,349
Expert (over 8 years): $48,748

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Construction Worker	$45,781
Intermediate Level Construction Worker	$46,355
Senior Level Construction Worker	$48,110
Specialist Level Construction Worker	$48,349
Expert Level Construction Worker	$48,748

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How Do Construction Worker Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Construction Workers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $49,681.
California: $49,492.
Massachusetts: $48,833.

District of Columbia $49,681 California $49,492 Massachusetts $48,833 Washington $48,653 New Jersey $48,635 Alaska $48,572 Connecticut $47,953 New York $47,702

Hawaii $46,899 Rhode Island $46,522 Maryland $46,266 Minnesota $45,916 Colorado $45,781 Illinois $45,737 Oregon $45,566 Delaware $45,440

New Hampshire $45,361 Virginia $45,185 Pennsylvania $44,669 Nevada $44,408 North Dakota $44,323 Michigan $44,189 Wisconsin $44,139 Vermont $44,040

Texas $43,767 Maine $43,749 Arizona $43,722 Ohio $43,690 Georgia $43,278 Indiana $43,071 Wyoming $43,031 Utah $42,968

Iowa $42,941 Kansas $42,726 Louisiana $42,663 North Carolina $42,641 Missouri $42,632 Florida $42,457 Montana $42,362 Nebraska $42,273

Kentucky $42,223 South Carolina $42,044 Tennessee $41,932 Idaho $41,887 New Mexico $41,559 Oklahoma $41,487 Alabama $41,223 South Dakota $40,778

Arkansas $40,536 West Virginia $40,406 Mississippi $40,016

Top Paying Cities for Construction Workers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $47,285
Albion: $46,499
Ashaway: $47,464

Adamsville, RI $47,285 Albion, RI $46,499 Ashaway, RI $47,464 Barrington, RI $46,499 Block Island, RI $47,217 Bradford, RI $47,433 Bristol, RI $46,455 Carolina, RI $47,047

Charlestown, RI $47,096 Chepachet, RI $46,410 Clayville, RI $46,455 Coventry, RI $46,410 West Greenwich, RI $46,378 East Greenwich, RI $46,441 Exeter, RI $47,433 Fiskeville, RI $46,499

Forestdale, RI $46,455 Foster, RI $46,378 Glendale, RI $46,378 Greene, RI $46,899 Greenville, RI $46,499 Harmony, RI $46,486 Harrisville, RI $46,410 Hope, RI $46,499

Hope Valley, RI $47,464 Hopkinton, RI $47,478 Jamestown, RI $47,002 Kenyon, RI $47,419 Little Compton, RI $47,267 Manville, RI $46,499 Mapleville, RI $46,378 Newport, RI $47,011

Middletown, RI $47,208 North Kingstown, RI $46,365 North Scituate, RI $46,486 Oakland, RI $46,423 Pascoag, RI $46,396 Pawtucket, RI $46,499 Central Falls, RI $46,499 Cumberland, RI $46,499

Lincoln, RI $46,499 Portsmouth, RI $46,822 Prudence Island, RI $46,410 Rockville, RI $47,478 Saunderstown, RI $47,029 Shannock, RI $47,406 Slatersville, RI $46,455 Slocum, RI $47,029

Tiverton, RI $47,298 Wakefield, RI $46,979 Kingston, RI $46,988 Narragansett, RI $46,997 Peace Dale, RI $46,979 Warren, RI $46,486 Warwick, RI $46,499 Westerly, RI $47,491

West Kingston, RI $47,015 West Warwick, RI $46,499 Wood River Junction, RI $47,433 Woonsocket, RI $46,455 North Smithfield, RI $46,486 Wyoming, RI $47,419 Providence, RI $46,499 Cranston, RI $46,499

North Providence, RI $46,499 East Providence, RI $46,499 Riverside, RI $46,499 Rumford, RI $46,499 Smithfield, RI $46,499 Johnston, RI $46,499

Construction Worker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Construction Worker's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$43,452

Average $46,845/year

$52,470

$3,621

Average $3,904/month

$4,373

$836

Average $901/week

$1,009

$21

Average $23/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,470	$4,373	$1,009	$25
Average	$46,845	$3,904	$901	$23
25th Percentile	$43,452	$3,621	$836	$21

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