If you were to listen to our politicians, and the professionals within higher education, you would think that the only way for a person to make even a reasonable living requires a degree from a college or university. Is this really true? It is reasonable to ask, before starting into a trade, to ask the question, "How much money can I make  working in the construction industry ?

The construction trade is one of the largest industries in the United States. However, it is also one with a large need for workers and independent contractors. The opportunities range from unskilled laborers to heavy equipment operators, and include highly skilled craftsmen, electricians, plumbers, and HVAC technicians. Regardless, to get started, many positions will require no formal education beyond a high school diploma. Nonetheless, if you want to become self-employed, or to work in a supervisory role, you will need experience and some further education.

As reported by  U.S. News , "The Labor Department remains upbeat on this sector, predicting overall employment growth of 13.6 percent, or almost 520,000 new jobs by the year 2024. Plumbers, electricians, carpenters, painters and construction managers will be needed to build new structures and update existing buildings." What are the top paying jobs in the construction industry?

Top Construction Jobs

1. Construction Manager with a median salary of $85,630.
2. Electrician with a median salary of $51,110.
3. Plumber with a median salary of $50,600.
4. Structural Iron and Steelworker with a median salary of $48,200.
5. Brickmason and Blockmason with a median salary of $47,650.

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