Construction Managers Salary (2025)
Based on 380,360 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $69,690 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $88,550 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $114,990 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $151,640 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $189,440 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$70K
25th
$89K
Median
$115K
75th
$152K
90th
$189K
Highest Paying States for Construction Managers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| New York | $159,510 |
| Washington | $158,890 |
| Massachusetts | $155,900 |
| Alaska | $153,030 |
| New Jersey | $151,170 |
| California | $141,670 |
| Delaware | $140,850 |
| District of Columbia | $140,780 |
| New Hampshire | $138,040 |
| Oregon | $137,040 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Construction Managers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is New York at an average of $159,510 per year, while Oregon has an average of $137,040 — a difference of $22,470. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Construction Managers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 380,360 workers were employed as Construction Managerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Management Occupations. The annual mean wage of $124,360 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 11-9021