Tapers vs. Construction Laborers: Who Earns More?
Taperss out-earn Construction Laborerss by $21K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Taperss land at $68,270 and Construction Laborerss at $47,120. The education gap is real: taper programs typically require high school diploma or equivalent, while construction laborer programs require high school diploma or equivalent. Top-paying state for Taperss is Illinois ($113,180); for Construction Laborerss it's Hawaii ($77,110).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Tapers median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Taperss or Construction Laborerss?
Taperss earn more nationally. The median is $68,270 for Taperss versus $47,120 for Construction Laborerss, a difference of $21K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Tapers or Construction Laborers?
BLS Employment Projections data is not available for one or both occupations. Check the individual career pages for current outlook figures.
Which requires more education, Tapers or Construction Laborers?
Tapers 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 Taperss get paid the most?
Illinois is the top-paying state for Taperss at $113,180/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Tapers vs. Construction Laborers pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In Illinois, Taperss earn $113,180 vs. $60,690 for Construction Laborerss. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.