Brickmasons and Blockmasons vs. Construction Laborers: Who Earns More?
Brickmasons and Blockmasons out-earn Construction Laborers by $15K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Brickmasons and Blockmasons land at $62,120 and Construction Laborers at $47,120. The education gap is real: brickmasons and blockmason programs typically require high school diploma or equivalent, while construction laborer programs require high school diploma or equivalent. Top-paying state for Brickmasons and Blockmasons is Minnesota ($95,220); for Construction Laborers it's Hawaii ($77,110).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Brickmasons and Blockmasons median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Brickmasons and Blockmasons or Construction Laborers?
Brickmasons and Blockmasons earn more nationally. The median is $62,120 for Brickmasons and Blockmasons versus $47,120 for Construction Laborers, a difference of $15K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Brickmasons and Blockmasons or Construction Laborers?
Construction Laborers has the better 10-year outlook at 7.3% projected growth, compared to 3.2% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Brickmasons and Blockmasons or Construction Laborers?
Brickmasons and Blockmasons typically requires high school diploma or equivalent. Construction Laborers requires high school diploma or equivalent. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Brickmasons and Blockmasons get paid the most?
Minnesota is the top-paying state for Brickmasons and Blockmasons at $95,220/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Brickmasons and Blockmasons vs. Construction Laborers pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In Minnesota, Brickmasons and Blockmasons earn $95,220 vs. $60,260 for Construction Laborers. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.