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Construction trade salaries in North Carolina
Typical pay for 18 construction trades in North Carolina, from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025). Pick a trade for the full pay range, top cities, and union and prevailing wage notes.
| Trade | Typical hourly | Typical yearly | Workers | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $27.44 | $57,080 | 14,510 | High |
| Electrician | $27.31 | $56,800 | 21,640 | High |
| HVAC Technician | $27.53 | $57,260 | 15,230 | High |
| General Building Contractor | $51.27 | $106,640 | 16,310 | Medium |
| Roofer | $23.56 | $49,010 | 3,060 | High |
| Painter and Drywall Painters, Construction and Maintenance | $21.21 | $44,110 | 5,220 | High |
| Concrete and Masonry Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers | $22.49 | $46,780 | 4,610 | High |
| Carpenter and Framer | $23.61 | $49,100 | 13,480 | High |
| Landscape and Irrigation | $18.22 | $37,910 | 32,730 | High |
| Sheet Metal | $24.39 | $50,730 | 2,780 | High |
| Pipefitter and Steamfitter | $27.44 | $57,080 | 14,510 | High |
| Elevator | $51.78 | $107,700 | 240 | High |
| Fire Sprinkler | $27.44 | $57,080 | 14,510 | Medium |
| Solar Installer | $21.09 | $43,860 | 710 | High |
| Insulation Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $20.67 | $42,990 | 2,090 | High |
| Flooring and Tile Tile and Stone Setters | $21.47 | $44,650 | 680 | High |
| Excavation and Paving Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $23.71 | $49,310 | 16,580 | High |
| Glazier | $22.20 | $46,170 | 840 | High |
Market wages, all employers (includes union and non union). Straight time pay, no overtime or benefits. Annual figures are published by BLS and assume 2,080 paid hours a year.
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