Road Foreman Salary in the United States

How much does a Road Foreman make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Road Foreman in the United States is $80,334 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,813
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $70,751 to $87,390
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $62,025
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Road Foreman Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $87,390 $7,282 $1,681 $42
Average $80,334 $6,695 $1,545 $39
25th Percentile $70,751 $5,896 $1,361 $34
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Key Factors That Influence Road Foreman Salaries

A Road Foreman'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Road Foreman Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Road Foreman'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): $144,380
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $187,981
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $82,331
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $113,635
  • Expert (over 8 years): $139,814
Levels Salary
Civil Eng... Level Road Foreman$144,380
Civil Eng... Level Road Foreman$187,981
Road Fore... Level Road Foreman$82,331
Civil Eng... Level Road Foreman$113,635
Civil Eng... Level Road Foreman$139,814
$144,380 0 yr
$187,981 < 2 yrs
$82,331 2-4 yrs
$113,635 5-8 yrs
$139,814 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Road Foreman 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 Road Foremans. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $88,946.
  • California: $88,609.
  • Massachusetts: $87,428.

Top Paying Cities for Road Foremans

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:

  • San Jose: $101,326
  • San Francisco: $100,216
  • Oakland: $98,104

What Skills Can Increase a Road Foreman's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 13.23% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Guest Service (Mentioned in 1.64% Job Postings): Guest services is a division of the hospitality industry. The goal of guest services is to provide customers with an enjoyable experience, primarily in the hotel and spa industry, sports facilities, and event venues.
  • Food Safety (Mentioned in 1.18% Job Postings): Applying procedures during food preparation, processing, storage, and distribution to ensure consumers are safe from foodborne illnesses.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 13.23%
Guest Service 1.64%
Food Safety 1.18%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Road Foreman's salary.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Accounting: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Analysis
$92,384
15%
Accounting
$92,384
15%
Collaboration
$91,581
14%
Communicates Effectively
$90,778
13%
Customer Satisfaction
$90,778
13%
Presentation
$89,171
11%
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Road Foreman Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Road Foreman roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Road Foreman positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Road Foreman as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Road Foreman

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$120,501$58.050%

How Education impacts a Road Foreman's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Road Foremans enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Road Foreman with a Associate's Degree is between $88,787 and $96,431).

Road Foreman Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Road Foreman
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 63.6%
High School 36.4%
Associates 0.0%
Bachelors 63.6%
Masters 36.4%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Road Foreman Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Road Foreman'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 July 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Road Foreman

Salaries for a Road Foreman can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $94,189 in 2023 to around $91,588 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Road Foreman salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Road Foreman Over Time

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