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Brickmasons and Blockmasons Salary in U.S.

In U.S., brickmasons and blockmasons earn $60,800 at the median — $29.23 an hour. The range runs from $41K at the entry level to $96K for experienced workers.

AffordMap analysis of BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (latest release, May 2024)

$61K
Median annual
$29.23/hr
Hourly rate
$41K
Entry level (10th %)
$96K
Senior level (90th %)

So what does $61K get you in U.S.?

Estimated monthly take-home$4,241/mo
Median 2BR rent-$1,412/mo
Rent as % of take-home33.3% (above 30% guideline)
Cost-of-living adjusted salary$60,800/yr
Monthly remaining after rent$2,829/mo
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Compensation breakdown

Annual earnings by percentile, U.S.

Bar chart showing Brickmasons and Blockmasons salary percentiles in U.S.: 10th percentile $41,330, 25th percentile $49,430, median $60,800, 75th percentile $77,290, 90th percentile $95,560. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics.10th$41K25th$49KMedian$61K75th$77K90th$96K
Bar chart showing Brickmasons and Blockmasons salary percentiles in U.S.: 10th percentile $41,330, 25th percentile $49,430, median $60,800, 75th percentile $77,290, 90th percentile $95,560. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Entry-level brickmasons and blockmasons (10th percentile) start around $41K. Mid-career wages sit at $61K.Top earners bring in $96K or more - a $54K spread from bottom to top.

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Brickmasons and Blockmasons pay across states

Median income ranked highest to lowest, compared to the national figure

StateMedian salaryvs. nationalEmployment
Massachusetts$94K+55%1,170
Washington$93K+53%750
Minnesota$89K+47%1,160
Illinois$86K+42%2,850
Wisconsin$79K+29%790
Connecticut$78K+28%370
New York$78K+28%2,280
Hawaii$77K+27%50
New Jersey$75K+24%940
Oregon$75K+23%520
Indiana$72K+19%2,070
Missouri$71K+16%2,030
Maine$67K+11%180
Pennsylvania$67K+11%3,150
California$66K+9%3,480

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Frequently asked questions

How much do brickmasons and blockmasons make in U.S.?

The median is $60,800 a year - that works out to about $29.23 an hour. The range is wide: entry-level workers start around $41,330, and experienced brickmasons and blockmasons can clear $95,560. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.

Is $61K enough to live in U.S.?

On that salary, you'd take home roughly $4,241/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,412/month, which eats 33.3% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb - housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.

How far does a brickmasons and blockmasons salary go in U.S.?

U.S. has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median brickmasons and blockmasons salary is worth about $60,800 in national-average purchasing power.

Where do brickmasons and blockmasons get paid the most?

The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.

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