Laborers and Material Movers Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for laborers and material moverss across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).
National mean salary $40,440 ≈ $19/hr
National median salary $38,130
Total employment 6,766,670 nationwide
State-level and metro breakdowns aren’t published for this aggregate occupation group. National figures are shown above; browse a specific occupation for full state detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do laborers and material movers make in the U.S.?
The median laborers and material movers salary in the United States is $38,130 per year (mean $40,440), and about 80% earn between $30,160 and $51,070.
How much do laborers and material movers make per hour?
Roughly $19 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $40,440 and 2,080 work hours per year.