Salary comparison

Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons vs. Construction Laborers: Salary Comparison (2026)

Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masonss earn a median salary of $38,140/year, while Construction Laborerss earn $46,730/year - a difference of $8,590. Construction Laborerss earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.

Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons

Construction Laborers

Median salary

$38,140

$46,730

Hourly rate

$18.34/hr

$22.47/hr

Entry level (10th %)

$31,360

$34,200

Senior level (90th %)

$51,720

$77,530

Education required

Varies

U.S. employment

7,220

1,057,660

Job growth (10-year)

N/A