How much do cement masons make in the US in 2026?

Which state is best for cement masons?

Different states win on different measures — here's the top on each. Pick the one that matters to you.

Across 25 states: $44,720–$78,170 (median $60,700).

Cement Mason pay by state

Where is the union premium biggest for Cement Masons?

Named locals and the premium over the BLS all-worker median.

We don't have union scale data for Cement Mason across our states yet — these states are predominantly non-union, or we haven't added IBEW/UA data. Submitting your pay helps build complete data for Cement Mason.

Union landscape

TradesPays does not have union scale data for cement masons in any of the 25 states we currently cover. That's a gap we're being straight with you about rather than papering over it. What we can tell you is that some cement masons are covered by a collective bargaining agreement, and those contracts set their own wage scales, benefit packages, and hours terms — none of which are captured in the BLS figures you see on this page. If you're working under a collective bargaining agreement, or thinking about it, the only reliable source for your current scale is your local. Rates vary by region, get renegotiated on contract cycles, and can include fringe benefits that don't show up in a base-wage number. Don't assume the national median applies to you if you're on a union job — check directly with your local for current scale rates, benefit contributions, and any area wage supplements that may apply to your work. We'll update this section if and when we're able to gather verified scale data for this trade.

What we don't track yet

A statewide median is a useful anchor, but it smooths over a lot. Here's what TradesPays doesn't have for cement masons right now, so you know exactly what you're working with. First, no metro-level pay breakdowns. A cement mason in Chicago and one downstate in Peoria are both pulling from the same Illinois figure — $78,170 — but their day-to-day reality may look different. Metro-level data would sharpen that picture, and it's something we're working toward. Second, no tiered wage breakdowns by experience level. Outside of verified union scale, we can't reliably separate apprentice-level wages from journeyman or seasoned-worker wages in our current data set, and we won't manufacture tiers that aren't supported by the numbers. What you see are trade-level figures that capture the full workforce in each state. If you're a cement mason with pay stubs, W-2s, or direct knowledge of what workers in your area are actually earning, we want to hear from you. Submissions from workers in the field are one of the ways we close these gaps. Use the submission form on this page to share what you know.

Cement Mason pay: FAQ

What is the national median wage for cement masons?

According to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, the national median annual wage for cement masons is $57,020. The 25th percentile sits at $47,010 and the 75th percentile at $66,870.

Which states pay cement masons the most?

In the TradesPays data set, Illinois leads at $78,170, followed by Washington at $77,520 and Minnesota at $66,830. These are the three highest-paying states we currently track for this trade.

What is the lowest cement mason wage in your data?

Alabama comes in at the low end of our current state coverage at $44,720. That's a $33,450 spread compared to the top state, which reflects how much geography can move the needle in this trade.

How many states does TradesPays cover for cement masons?

We currently have cement mason wage data for 25 states. Coverage is ongoing, and we add states as reliable data becomes available.

Does TradesPays have union scale data for cement masons?

No. We do not currently have union scale data for cement masons in any of our covered states. If you work under a collective bargaining agreement, contact your local directly for current scale rates — those numbers are set by contract and aren't reflected in the BLS figures here.

Do these wages include benefits like health insurance or pension contributions?

No. The figures on TradesPays are based on BLS OEWS wage data, which reflects straight wages only. Benefit contributions — including health, pension, and annuity — are not included in these numbers. For workers covered by a collective bargaining agreement, those benefits can be significant and should be factored in separately.

Can I submit my own pay data to improve the numbers?

Yes, and we encourage it. Worker-submitted data helps us build out metro-level figures and experience-based breakdowns that BLS data alone can't provide. Use the submission form on this page to share what cement masons are actually earning in your area.

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