Mason Jobs

Masons, including brickmasons, blockmasons, and stonemasons, construct walls, partitions, and other structures using bricks, concrete blocks, natural stone, and other materials. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual wage for masonry workers was $56,600, or $27.21 per hour, as of May 2024. This data combines brickmasons and blockmasons (median $59,640 annually or $28.67 hourly) and stonemasons (median $51,830 annually or $24.92 hourly).

The BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook projects overall employment of masonry workers to grow 2 percent from 2024 to 2034, slower than the average for all occupations, with about 5,600 openings annually due to replacements. Common certifications and licenses include OSHA 10/30-Hour Construction Safety (OSHA), Mason Certification (National Concrete Masonry Association - NCMA), Bricklayer Certification (International Masonry Institute - IMI), and state-specific contractor licenses (state licensing boards).