What is the average hourly wage for Construction Managers?

The median hourly wage for Construction Managers is $48.79 per hour. This translates to approximately $101,480 per year working full-time.

What states pay Construction Managers the most?

Salaries for Construction Managers vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a construction manager?

Typical education required: Bachelor's degree.

Construction Managers Salary

Name: Construction Managers Salary Data
Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$101,480

$48.79 / hour

▲ 3% (Average)

Salary Range

$53,784 - $174,546

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

472,840

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Construction Managers Salary by Percentile

$53,784 $174,546

10th pct Median: $101,480 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$53,784	$25.86
25th Percentile	$73,066	$35.13
50th (Median)	$101,480	$48.79
75th Percentile	$140,042	$67.33
90th (Top Earners)	$174,546	$83.92
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Construction Managers

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$133,954	$64.40
2	California (CA)	$126,850	$60.99
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$123,806	$59.52
4	New York (NY)	$123,806	$59.52
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$121,776	$58.55
6	Connecticut (CT)	$119,746	$57.57
7	Maryland (MD)	$119,746	$57.57
8	Hawaii (HI)	$116,702	$56.11
9	Alaska (AK)	$113,658	$54.64
10	Washington (WA)	$113,658	$54.64
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Construction Managers

Construction Managers work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the management sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Job Outlook for Construction Managers

Projected Growth

+3%

2022-2032

▲ 3% (Average)

Annual Job Openings

366,100

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Construction Managers make?

The median annual salary for Construction Managers is $101,480 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $53,784, while the top 10% earn $174,546 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Construction Managers?

Construction Managers earn a median hourly wage of $48.79 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $101,480 annually.

Is Construction Managers a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $101,480, Construction Managers earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Average (3% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Construction Managers need?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.