Construction Laborers pay in Salem
In Salem (OR), the median pay for construction laborers is $26.20 an hour ($54,500 a year). About 1,690 people work in this job there.
That is 16% higher than the U.S. median ($47,120). It is 7% higher than the Oregon median ($50,860).
Pay range for construction laborers in Salem (OR)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.98 | $39,480 |
| 25% of workers | $22.67 | $47,160 |
| Half of workers (median) | $26.20 | $54,500 |
| 75% of workers | $29.27 | $60,890 |
| 90% of workers | $36.90 | $76,760 |
Construction Laborers pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Salem (this page) | $54,500 | 1,690 |
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro | $54,240 | 7,950 |
| Bend | $52,760 | 780 |
| Albany | $51,470 | 370 |
| Medford | $49,350 | 520 |
| Grants Pass | $49,240 | 190 |
| Corvallis | $47,800 | 150 |
| Eugene-Springfield | $47,530 | 1,010 |
Oregon unemployment rate: 5.1% (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 Salem (OR)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $59,730 |
| Electricians | $98,850 |
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