Is Richmond a strong pay market for Construction Laborers?

At a $42,410 median, Richmond is $4,710 (10%) below the national median. The U.S. median is $47,120. Jobeezy shows you which local employers actually pay at the top of that band before you apply.

How can I earn more as a Construction Laborer in Richmond?

Target employers paying toward the $47,020 (75th-percentile) mark and anchor your negotiation to the BLS band. Jobeezy fit-scores Construction Laborer openings in Richmond and auto-applies, so you reach more high-paying employers fast.

Construction Laborer Salary in Richmond, VA

Median: $20.39/hour ($42,410/year) — $4,710 (10%) below the national median. Range: $37,880–$47,020.

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Last updated: 2026-07-04 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · National Construction Laborer salary guide

The median Construction Laborer salary in Richmond, VA is $20.39/hour ($42,410/year) ($4,710 (10%) below the national median), with a typical range of $37,880–$47,020. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

Salary stats
Metric	Value	Source
Median	$20.39/hour ($42,410/year)	BLS
Range	$37,880–$47,020	BLS

### Key facts for Construction Laborer in Richmond Median pay and comparison. - Median is the middle value. - Data from BLS.

Construction Laborer Salary in Richmond vs. National Average

25th Pct (Richmond) $37,880

Median (Richmond) $42,410

75th Pct (Richmond) $47,020

National median: $47,120/yr. Richmond is $4,710 (10%) below the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Richmond, VA metro area (SOC 47-2061, Construction Laborer).

Construction Laborer pay in Richmond, VA — common questions

How much does a Construction Laborer make in Richmond, VA?: The median Construction Laborer salary in Richmond, VA is $20.39/hour ($42,410/year) ($4,710 (10%) below the national median), with a typical range of $37,880–$47,020 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
Is Richmond a strong pay market for Construction Laborers?: At a $42,410 median, Richmond is $4,710 (10%) below the national median. The U.S. median is $47,120. Jobeezy shows you which local employers actually pay at the top of that band before you apply.
How can I earn more as a Construction Laborer in Richmond?: Target employers paying toward the $47,020 (75th-percentile) mark and anchor your negotiation to the BLS band. Jobeezy fit-scores Construction Laborer openings in Richmond and auto-applies, so you reach more high-paying employers fast.

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