New Hampshire Construction Workers Earn $57,678 After Cost-of-Living Adjustment

NewsData.io · United States · Sep 21, 2026

A new Construction Coverage analysis of BLS and BEA data finds construction workers nationally earn a median $59,540 annually—nearly 17% above the all-occupation median—but real purchasing power varies sharply by region. Construction employment hit a record 8.34 million by mid-2026, rebounding after a 2025 plateau driven by infrastructure and manufacturing investment. Midwestern states lead in cost-adjusted pay, with Illinois topping $80,600, while Southern states consistently rank at the bottom. For staffing firms active in construction trades, regional wage benchmarking and the sector's renewed hiring momentum signal continued demand for skilled-trade placements.