As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for General Foreman in the US is $77,449, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,489 weekly, or $6,454 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for General Foreman in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for General Foreman in the US vary widely, spanning from $62,704 to $93,357. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($69,731) and 75th percentile ($85,776), while top earners (90th percentile) make $93,357 per year. This $16,045 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Carpentry, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia General Foreman often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 70 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
General Foreman Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile General Foreman Salary $62,704 US May 01, 2026
25th Percentile General Foreman Salary $69,731 US May 01, 2026
50th Percentile General Foreman Salary $77,449 US May 01, 2026
75th Percentile General Foreman Salary $85,776 US May 01, 2026
90th Percentile General Foreman Salary $93,357 US May 01, 2026
25% $69,731 10% $62,704 90% $93,357 75% $85,776 $77,449 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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