Pile Driver Operators vs. Construction Laborers: Who Earns More?
Pile Driver Operators out-earn Construction Laborers by $26K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Pile Driver Operators land at $73,300 and Construction Laborers at $47,120. The education gap is real: pile driver operator programs typically require high school diploma or equivalent, while construction laborer programs require high school diploma or equivalent. Top-paying state for Pile Driver Operators is Massachusetts ($120,980); for Construction Laborers it's Hawaii ($77,110).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Pile Driver Operators median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Pile Driver Operators or Construction Laborers?
Pile Driver Operators earn more nationally. The median is $73,300 for Pile Driver Operators versus $47,120 for Construction Laborers, a difference of $26K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Pile Driver Operators or Construction Laborers?
Construction Laborers has the better 10-year outlook at 7.3% projected growth, compared to 4.3% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Pile Driver Operators or Construction Laborers?
Pile Driver Operators 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 Pile Driver Operators get paid the most?
Massachusetts is the top-paying state for Pile Driver Operators at $120,980/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Pile Driver Operators vs. Construction Laborers pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In Massachusetts, Pile Driver Operators earn $120,980 vs. $63,390 for Construction Laborers. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.