Laborer CO Salary in the United States

How much does a Laborer CO make in the United States?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Laborer CO in the United States is $43,304 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $53,593
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,249 to $48,689
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,468
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Laborer CO Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $48,689 $4,057 $936 $23
Average $43,304 $3,609 $833 $21
25th Percentile $40,249 $3,354 $774 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Laborer CO Salaries

A Laborer CO'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 Laborer CO Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Laborer CO'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): $42,385
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $42,908
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $44,650
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $44,888
  • Expert (over 8 years): $45,284
Levels Salary
Entry Level Laborer CO$42,385
Intermediate Level Laborer CO$42,908
Senior Level Laborer CO$44,650
Specialist Level Laborer CO$44,888
Expert Level Laborer CO$45,284
$42,385 0 yr
$42,908 < 2 yrs
$44,650 2-4 yrs
$44,888 5-8 yrs
$45,284 > 8 yrs
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How Do Laborer CO 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 Laborer COs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $47,946.
  • California: $47,764.
  • Massachusetts: $47,128.

Top Paying Cities for Laborer COs

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: $54,619
  • San Francisco: $54,021
  • Oakland: $52,883

What Skills Can Increase a Laborer CO's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 12.76% 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.
  • Packaging (Mentioned in 3.24% Job Postings): Preparing products through wrapping or bottling to protect the goods from damages during transportation and storage.
  • Work Ethic (Mentioned in 2.59% Job Postings): A belief that work and diligence have a moral benefit and an inherent ability, virtue or value to strengthen character and individual abilities. A set of values centered on importance of work and manifested by determination or desire to work hard.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 12.76%
Packaging 3.24%
Work Ethic 2.59%
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 Laborer CO's salary.
  • Scheduling: Can increase your salary by up to 21%.
  • Hydraulics: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Scheduling
$52,398
21%
Hydraulics
$48,933
13%
Presentation
$46,335
7%
Packaging
$46,335
7%
Leadership
$45,902
6%
Communicates Effectively
$45,469
5%
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How Education impacts a Laborer CO's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Laborer COs enter the field with a No Diploma 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 Laborer CO with a No Diploma is between $32,956 and $35,920).

Laborer CO Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Laborer CO
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 8.0%
High School 74.6%
Associates 7.5%
Bachelors 8.0%
Masters 1.9%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Laborer CO Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Laborer CO'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 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Laborer CO

Salaries for a Laborer CO can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $45,767 in 2023 to around $45,800 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Laborer CO salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Laborer CO Over Time

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2023
$45,767
2024
$45,974
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$45,800
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2023 $45,767
2024 $45,974
2025 $45,800
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