Home / Compare / Construction Laborers vs. Electricians Salary comparison Construction Laborers vs. Electricians: Salary Comparison (2026) Construction Laborerss earn a median salary of $46,730/year, while Electricianss earn $62,350/year - a difference of $15,620. Electricianss earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.
Construction Laborers
Electricians
Median salary
$46,730
$62,350
Hourly rate
$22.47/hr
$29.98/hr
Entry level (10th %)
$34,200
$39,430
Senior level (90th %)
$77,530
$106,030
Education required
Varies
Varies
U.S. employment
1,057,660
742,580
Job growth (10-year)
N/A
N/A
Category
Construction & Trades
Construction & Trades
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS), BEA Regional Price Parities & HUD Fair Market Rents.
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