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 $44,861 for beginners, reaching about $47,259 at mid-level, and approach $47,930 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 $48,946, California $48,761, Massachusetts $48,111. 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: $78,607; Construction Worker/Carpenter: $60,889; Railroad Worker: $53,520; Construction Site Worker: $50,081; Steel Construction Worker: $46,920.

Construction Worker Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Construction Worker make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Construction Worker in Rhode Island is $45,834 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $56,724
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,601 to $51,534
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,657

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Construction Worker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,534	$4,295	$991	$25
Average	$45,834	$3,820	$881	$22
25th Percentile	$42,601	$3,550	$819	$20

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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): $44,861
Early Career (1-2 years): $45,415
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $47,259
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $47,511
Expert (over 8 years): $47,930

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Construction Worker	$44,861
Intermediate Level Construction Worker	$45,415
Senior Level Construction Worker	$47,259
Specialist Level Construction Worker	$47,511
Expert Level Construction Worker	$47,930

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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: $48,946.
California: $48,761.
Massachusetts: $48,111.

District of Columbia $48,946 California $48,761 Massachusetts $48,111 Washington $47,934 New Jersey $47,916 Alaska $47,854 Connecticut $47,244 New York $46,997

Hawaii $46,205 Rhode Island $45,834 Maryland $45,582 Minnesota $45,237 Colorado $45,105 Illinois $45,060 Oregon $44,892 Delaware $44,769

New Hampshire $44,691 Virginia $44,517 Pennsylvania $44,008 Nevada $43,752 North Dakota $43,668 Michigan $43,535 Wisconsin $43,487 Vermont $43,389

Texas $43,120 Maine $43,102 Arizona $43,075 Ohio $43,045 Georgia $42,638 Indiana $42,434 Wyoming $42,395 Utah $42,333

Iowa $42,306 Kansas $42,094 Louisiana $42,032 North Carolina $42,010 Missouri $42,001 Florida $41,829 Montana $41,736 Nebraska $41,648

Kentucky $41,599 South Carolina $41,422 Tennessee $41,312 Idaho $41,267 New Mexico $40,945 Oklahoma $40,874 Alabama $40,613 South Dakota $40,176

Arkansas $39,937 West Virginia $39,809 Mississippi $39,424

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: $46,407
Albion: $46,015
Ashaway: $46,319

Adamsville, RI $46,407 Albion, RI $46,015 Ashaway, RI $46,319 Barrington, RI $45,894 Block Island, RI $46,149 Bradford, RI $46,291 Bristol, RI $46,071 Carolina, RI $46,215

Charlestown, RI $46,231 Chepachet, RI $46,139 Clayville, RI $46,011 Coventry, RI $46,013 West Greenwich, RI $46,140 East Greenwich, RI $45,982 Exeter, RI $46,127 Fiskeville, RI $45,893

Forestdale, RI $46,246 Foster, RI $46,115 Glendale, RI $46,250 Greene, RI $46,176 Greenville, RI $45,911 Harmony, RI $45,970 Harrisville, RI $46,230 Hope, RI $45,922

Hope Valley, RI $46,278 Hopkinton, RI $46,339 Jamestown, RI $46,185 Kenyon, RI $46,209 Little Compton, RI $46,400 Manville, RI $46,075 Mapleville, RI $46,148 Newport, RI $46,231

Middletown, RI $46,251 North Kingstown, RI $46,061 North Scituate, RI $45,970 Oakland, RI $46,198 Pascoag, RI $46,261 Pawtucket, RI $45,825 Central Falls, RI $45,846 Cumberland, RI $46,106

Lincoln, RI $45,891 Portsmouth, RI $46,226 Prudence Island, RI $46,131 Rockville, RI $46,332 Saunderstown, RI $46,157 Shannock, RI $46,212 Slatersville, RI $46,247 Slocum, RI $46,155

Tiverton, RI $46,367 Wakefield, RI $46,196 Kingston, RI $46,178 Narragansett, RI $46,209 Peace Dale, RI $46,190 Warren, RI $46,012 Warwick, RI $45,884 Westerly, RI $46,330

West Kingston, RI $46,193 West Warwick, RI $45,940 Wood River Junction, RI $46,259 Woonsocket, RI $46,249 North Smithfield, RI $46,144 Wyoming, RI $46,212 Providence, RI $45,812 Cranston, RI $45,818

North Providence, RI $45,823 East Providence, RI $45,815 Riverside, RI $45,830 Rumford, RI $45,823 Smithfield, RI $45,916 Johnston, RI $45,839

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.

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$42,601

Average $45,834/year

$51,534

$3,550

Average $3,820/month

$4,295

$819

Average $881/week

$991

$20

Average $22/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,534	$4,295	$991	$25
Average	$45,834	$3,820	$881	$22
25th Percentile	$42,601	$3,550	$819	$20

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