Specialty Trade Salaries (2025)
Compare wages across 4 specialty trades. National median pay, Trade Pay Scores, and 5-year growth rates.
4
Trades
$64,771
Avg Median
539,400
Total Jobs
+9.3%
5yr Growth
AutomotiveConstructionElectricalEnergyHVACHeavy EquipmentIndustrialManagementMetalworkPlumbingSpecialtyStructuralWelding
Specialty Trades by Salary
| Rank | Trade | Median | Grade | 5yr Growth | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elevator Mechanic | $103,991 | A | +18% | 192,597 |
| 2 | Environmental Engineering Tech | $53,466 | C | +11% | 170,366 |
| 3 | Well Driller | $52,055 | D | +5% | 101,825 |
| 4 | Locksmith | $49,571 | D | +3% | 74,612 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The highest paying specialty trade is Elevator Mechanic with a national median salary of $103,991. This is based on 2025 BLS occupational wage data across 30 metro areas.
There are approximately 539,400 specialty trade positions across 4 occupations tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The average median salary is $64,771.
Specialty trades have seen an average wage growth of 9.3% over the past 5 years. This represents steady, reliable growth.
Sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS)
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Wage data from BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) 2025. Trades grouped by occupational category.