Glaziers vs. Construction Laborers: Who Earns More?
Glaziers out-earn Construction Laborers by $10K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Glaziers land at $57,080 and Construction Laborers at $47,120. The education gap is real: glazier programs typically require high school diploma or equivalent, while construction laborer programs require high school diploma or equivalent. Top-paying state for Glaziers is Massachusetts ($100,810); for Construction Laborers it's Hawaii ($77,110).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Glaziers median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Glaziers or Construction Laborers?
Glaziers earn more nationally. The median is $57,080 for Glaziers versus $47,120 for Construction Laborers, a difference of $10K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Glaziers or Construction Laborers?
Construction Laborers has the better 10-year outlook at 7.3% projected growth, compared to 3.3% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Glaziers or Construction Laborers?
Glaziers 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 Glaziers get paid the most?
Massachusetts is the top-paying state for Glaziers at $100,810/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Glaziers vs. Construction Laborers pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In Massachusetts, Glaziers earn $100,810 vs. $63,390 for Construction Laborers. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.