Construction Laborers pay in Maine
In Maine, the median pay for construction laborers is $22.32 an hour ($46,430 a year). About 3,960 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($47,120). Maine ranks 32nd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for construction laborers in Maine
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.40 | $36,190 |
| 25% of workers | $19.51 | $40,570 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.32 | $46,430 |
| 75% of workers | $25.51 | $53,070 |
| 90% of workers | $29.10 | $60,520 |
Construction Laborers pay in Maine metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-South Portland | $48,470 | 1,470 |
| Lewiston-Auburn | $45,890 | 330 |
| Bangor | $44,420 | 530 |
Maine unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for construction laborers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +7.3% over ten years, faster than average · about 120,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Maine
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $62,160 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $56,140 |
| Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers | $55,680 |
| Electricians | $75,380 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $64,000 |
| Painters, Construction and Maintenance | $59,270 |
| Roofers | $50,120 |
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