How Much Does a Construction Manager Make? (2024)
Management · SOC Code 11-9021
The average construction manager earns $114,957 per year ($55/hour) as of 2024, according to BLS data. Yearly income ranges from $97,010 to $160,870 depending on city, with entry-level workers earning about $99,570 and top earners making $226,050+.
Yes — top-decile construction managers clear $100K in 30 of 30 metros
The 90th-percentile construction manager in San Francisco, CA earns $226,050 per year ($109/hour). Reaching that tier typically takes journeyman-to-master progression plus union membership, specialization, or running a small contracting business. Median construction manager pay nationally is $114,957 — the $100K mark is the high-earner ceiling, not the middle.
National Salary Range
Construction Manager salaries range from $97,010 to $160,870 median across cities, depending on location, union membership, and experience level.
Construction Manager Salary by City
| City | Median | Range (10th-90th) | COL-Adjusted | Grade | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CA | $160,870 | $99,570 – $226,050 | $84,668 | B | 5,660 |
| Boston, MA | $156,590 | $103,860 – $218,500 | $103,020 | B | 6,970 |
| Seattle, WA | $138,970 | $100,310 – $211,240 | $93,268 | B | 4,220 |
| New York, NY | $138,000 | $79,640 – $234,650 | $73,797 | B | 12,150 |
| Portland, OR | $136,970 | $86,890 – $202,716 | $105,362 | B | 2,760 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $128,730 | $82,010 – $198,810 | $77,548 | B | 10,430 |
| Denver, CO | $124,850 | $76,790 – $183,540 | $97,539 | B | 7,860 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $123,460 | $80,250 – $196,830 | $107,357 | B | 3,310 |
| Minneapolis, MN | $120,250 | $79,150 – $175,550 | $113,443 | B | 3,760 |
| Chicago, IL | $118,830 | $64,410 – $170,590 | $111,056 | B | 11,920 |
| Raleigh, NC | $111,660 | $75,700 – $175,000 | $111,660 | B | 3,260 |
| Phoenix, AZ | $111,550 | $80,240 – $160,330 | $108,301 | B | 7,600 |
| Milwaukee, WI | $111,300 | $72,890 – $169,410 | $115,938 | B | 1,510 |
| Miami, FL | $110,810 | $72,020 – $179,210 | $90,828 | B | 6,830 |
| Detroit, MI | $108,560 | $69,960 – $167,200 | $121,978 | B | 3,050 |
| New Orleans, LA | $108,100 | $69,560 – $178,160 | $113,789 | B | 830 |
| Kansas City, MO | $106,490 | $69,140 – $166,680 | $113,287 | B | 2,040 |
| Nashville, TN | $106,050 | $62,690 – $173,870 | $102,961 | B | 2,540 |
| Charlotte, NC | $105,580 | $71,990 – $174,930 | $107,735 | B | 5,460 |
| St. Louis, MO | $104,310 | $63,950 – $166,970 | $115,900 | B | 2,670 |
| Atlanta, GA | $104,280 | $71,700 – $168,740 | $98,377 | B | 5,360 |
| Las Vegas, NV | $103,420 | $75,620 – $163,370 | $99,442 | B | 3,130 |
| Indianapolis, IN | $102,720 | $54,880 – $168,790 | $112,879 | B | 2,310 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $102,330 | $74,750 – $164,940 | $111,228 | B | 1,230 |
| Salt Lake City, UT | $102,230 | $69,020 – $163,390 | $98,298 | B | 2,190 |
| Houston, TX | $101,850 | $66,130 – $170,400 | $106,094 | B | 15,240 |
| Columbus, OH | $101,380 | $66,460 – $161,730 | $109,011 | B | 3,000 |
| Tampa, FL | $100,810 | $47,840 – $188,390 | $99,812 | B | 4,920 |
| Dallas, TX | $100,760 | $62,510 – $167,770 | $98,784 | B | 14,280 |
| San Antonio, TX | $97,010 | $60,110 – $159,540 | $107,789 | B | 3,790 |
About Construction Manager Pay
Construction Managers earn a national median salary of $114,957 based on 2024 BLS occupational wage data. The highest-paying city for this trade is San Francisco at $160,870 median, while San Antonio offers the lowest at $97,010.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The average construction manager salary is $114,957 per year ($55/hour) based on 2024 BLS OEWS data. Average yearly income ranges from $97,010 to $160,870 depending on city, experience, and union status.
Construction Managers earn an average hourly wage of $55/hour based on a 2,080-hour work year. Entry-level (10th percentile) hourly pay is about $48/hour, while top earners (90th percentile) make $109/hour or more.
San Francisco offers the highest median pay for construction managers at $160,870. However, cost of living matters, the COL-adjusted pay may tell a different story. Check our city-by-city breakdown above.
With a Trade Pay Score of B and 5% wage growth over 5 years, construction manager offers steady career prospects. There are approximately 160,280 jobs nationwide across 30 metro areas.
Training requirements vary by state and employer. Many construction managers start through vocational programs, community colleges, or on-the-job training. Check with your state's licensing board for specific requirements.
Wage data from BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) 2024. Trade Pay Scores are a composite of median wage vs. metro income, wage growth, job demand, and COL-adjusted pay.
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