Stonemasons vs. Construction Laborers: Who Earns More?
Stonemasons out-earn Construction Laborers by $10K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Stonemasons land at $57,390 and Construction Laborers at $47,120. The education gap is real: stonemason programs typically require high school diploma or equivalent, while construction laborer programs require high school diploma or equivalent. Top-paying state for Stonemasons is Wisconsin ($82,740); for Construction Laborers it's Hawaii ($77,110).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Stonemasons median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Stonemasons or Construction Laborers?
Stonemasons earn more nationally. The median is $57,390 for Stonemasons versus $47,120 for Construction Laborers, a difference of $10K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Stonemasons or Construction Laborers?
Construction Laborers has the better 10-year outlook at 7.3% projected growth, compared to -3% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Stonemasons or Construction Laborers?
Stonemasons 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 Stonemasons get paid the most?
Wisconsin is the top-paying state for Stonemasons at $82,740/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Stonemasons vs. Construction Laborers pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In Wisconsin, Stonemasons earn $82,740 vs. $56,100 for Construction Laborers. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.