"How long does it take to become a construction trades worker in Connecticut?"

"Most paths into the construction trades worker field take 1 to 5 years, depending on whether you complete a trade school program, a registered apprenticeship, or a combination of both."

"What apprenticeships are available for construction trades workers in Connecticut?"

"In Connecticut, registered apprenticeships are administered through the Connecticut Office of Apprenticeship Training, which works with employers and trade union locals to register programs. See the apprenticeship section above for office contact details."

How to Become A Construction Trades Worker in Connecticut

Q: "How much do construction trades workers earn in Connecticut?"

"According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), construction trades workers in Connecticut earned a median annual wage of approximately $58,290. Employment concentration in Connecticut is roughly 0.62 of the national average, meaning fewer workers per capita than the U.S. as a whole."

Q: "What is the job outlook for construction trades workers in Connecticut?"

"Connecticut currently employs approximately 7,360 workers, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 7.3% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034."

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Connecticut construction laborers earn a median annual wage of $58,290 ($28.03/hr) according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), with about 7,360 workers employed statewide. The state median is approximately 23.7% above the national median of $47,120 for the same occupation.

Key Takeaways

Median annual pay: $58,290 ($28.03/hr)
25th percentile: $47,670 per year
75th percentile: $72,750 per year
Top 10% earn: more than $76,520 per year
Entry-level (bottom 10%): under $42,580 per year
Workers employed in Connecticut: 7,360
Versus national median: 23.7% above the U.S. median of $47,120
Job concentration: Location quotient 0.62 - this occupation is less concentrated in Connecticut than the national average

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. Last reviewed June 8, 2026.

Connecticut employs approximately 7,360 construction trades workers according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $58,290 ¹. Nationally, construction trades worker employment is projected to grow 7.3% from 2024 to 2034, with about 129,400 openings per year ². This page covers how to become a construction trades worker in Connecticut, including requirements, training programs, and salary data.

Quick Answers About Becoming A Construction Trades Worker in Connecticut

How do I become a construction trades worker in Connecticut? Complete a training program or apprenticeship, gain work experience, and meet any state or employer requirements for construction trades workers in Connecticut.

How long does it take? Most paths take 1 to 5 years depending on whether you choose trade school, an apprenticeship, or a combination of both.

What do construction trades workers earn in Connecticut? The median annual wage for construction trades workers in Connecticut is $58,290 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $42,580 and experienced professionals can earn $76,520 or more ¹.

At a Glance

Training paths: trade school, community college, or apprenticeship
Typical timeline: 1 to 5 years depending on the path
Median wage (Connecticut): $58,290 per year ¹

Construction Trades Worker Apprenticeship Information in Connecticut

Apprenticeships combine paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction and typically last 3 to 5 years. Connecticut’s apprenticeship program is administered by the Connecticut Office of Apprenticeship Training ³.

Contact Information:

Office: Connecticut Labor Department, Office of Apprenticeship & Training
Address: 200 Folly Brook Boulevard, Wethersfield, CT 06109-1114
Phone: (860) 263-6085
Email: [email protected]

Construction Trades Worker Wages by Metro Area in Connecticut

Construction Laborers Wages by Metro Area in Connecticut

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025 OES data), construction laborers wages in Connecticut vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford	2,430	$56,280	$58,880	$42,160	$74,840
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury	1,930	$59,030	$60,440	$44,720	$78,420
New Haven	1,220	$60,350	$60,020	$42,990	$76,210
Waterbury-Shelton	840	$56,710	$57,660	$39,920	$75,720
Norwich-New London-Willimantic	390	$51,890	$56,450	$39,940	$74,630

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025.

Top Metros for Construction trades workers in Connecticut

The metropolitan areas listed below report the highest construction trades worker employment within Connecticut according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025).

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage
Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford	2,430	$56,280
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury	1,930	$59,030
New Haven	1,220	$60,350
Waterbury-Shelton	840	$56,710
Norwich-New London-Willimantic	390	$51,890

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for construction trades workers in Connecticut? Connecticut currently employs approximately 7,360 construction trades workers ¹. Nationally, construction trades worker employment is projected to grow 7.3% from 2024 to 2034 ².

What training programs are available in Connecticut? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs. Use the school finder above to search for accredited programs in Connecticut. You can also contact the Connecticut Office of Apprenticeship Training for apprenticeship opportunities.

How much do construction trades workers earn in Connecticut compared to the national average? The median annual wage for construction trades workers in Connecticut is $58,290, which is $11,560 above the national median of $46,730 according to BLS data ¹.

Citations

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎
Connecticut Office of Apprenticeship Training: http://www.ctdol.state.ct.us/progsupt/appren/WorkSchedules/SponsorReport1.htm ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)