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Construction Laborers Salary in District of Columbia

Construction Laborers in District of Columbia earn a median of $50,020 a year, +6% compared with the U.S. median.

Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers

Median pay
$50,020
vs. U.S. median
+6% ($47,120)
Rank among states
17 of 51
Jobs in the state
2,090

Pay range in District of Columbia

The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,190; the top 10% earn over $72,320. Nationally the range is $35,090 to $78,090.

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Construction Laborers pay in District of Columbia

How much do construction laborers make in District of Columbia?

The median is $50,020 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,190 and the top 10% earn over $72,320. BLS OEWS May 2025.

Is District of Columbia a good state for construction laborers?

On pay alone it ranks 17 of 51 (+6% vs. the national median of $47,120). Living costs are not included.

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Sources. Pay and employment: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (national and state files). Pay is not adjusted for living costs. Data Sources & Licenses