Mason Salary in 2026
Build and repair walls, walkways, and other structures using brick, stone, and concrete block.
Median Salary
$50,000
$4,167/mo
Entry Level
$35,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$68,000
experienced
Job Growth
+2%
10-yr outlook
Mason Overview
Build and repair walls, walkways, and other structures using brick, stone, and concrete block.
Education
Apprenticeship
Experience
3-4 years
Industry
Trades
Total Jobs (US)
70K
5-Year Growth
+3%
Category
Trades
Hourly Rate
$24.04/hr
Monthly Pay
$4,167
Mason Salary Calculator
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Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Mason Salary
$57,000
$4,750/month · $2,192/biweekly · $27.40/hr
Mason Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Mason field.
Entry-level Masons earn around $35,000, while the top 10% earn $76,500 or more.
Top Paying States for Masons
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $59,000 | +$9,000 |
| New York | $57,000 | +$7,000 |
| Massachusetts | $56,000 | +$6,000 |
| New Jersey | $55,000 | +$5,000 |
| Illinois | $52,000 | +$2,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Masons
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $59,000 | +$9,000 |
| Los Angeles | $56,000 | +$6,000 |
| Boston | $56,000 | +$6,000 |
| Newark | $54,000 | +$4,000 |
| Chicago | $53,000 | +$3,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Mason Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Mason from entry level to expert.
$35,000
0-2 years
$52,000
3-7 years
$68,000
8-14 years
$85,000
15+ years
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