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Trades Salaries (2024)

Compare salaries across 5 trades roles. National median pay, total employment, and links to city-by-city breakdowns.

5
Roles
$64,003
Avg Median
1,130,690
Total Jobs
$73,317
Highest Median

Trades Roles by Salary

RankRoleSOC CodeMedian SalaryEmployment
1Electrician47-2111$73,317301,510
2Plumber47-2152$70,862182,540
3Carpenter47-2031$62,464283,690
4Automotive Technician49-3023$56,837250,390
5Welder51-4121$56,534112,560

Frequently Asked Questions

The highest paying trades role is Electrician with a national median salary of $73,317. This is based on 2024 BLS occupational wage data across all tracked metro areas.

There are approximately 1,130,690 trades positions across 5 roles tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The average median salary across all trades roles is $64,003.

Trades roles have an average median salary of $64,003. The highest paid role (Electrician) earns $73,317, while the lowest starts at $56,534. Pay varies significantly by specific role, city, and experience level.

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Salary data from BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. Roles grouped by BLS occupational category.