Research Summary. In 2026, the landscape of site supervisor salaries reflects the evolving job market in the United States. After thorough analysis from the Zippia data science team, we present the following insights on site supervisor salaries across various states:
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New Jersey offers the highest site supervisor salary at $61,111.
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Alaska has the lowest site supervisor salary at $31,046.
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The national average salary for site supervisors stands at $48,250.
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Nationally, the hourly wage for site supervisors is $23.2.
For detailed methodology, please refer to the specific methodology.
Background
The most significant factor influencing job satisfaction remains salary, as reflected in various surveys across demographics. Individuals often inquire, “How much do site supervisors earn in my area?” This article aims to shed light on salary expectations based on state averages, adjusted for local economic conditions.
Understanding salary ranges can help prospective site supervisors gauge their earning potential more accurately. Below is a snapshot of the top ten states for site supervisor salaries in 2026:
Let’s delve deeper into the full ranking of all the states.
Highest-Paid Site Supervisors By State
| Rank | State | Average Site Supervisor Salary | 10th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
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| 1 | New Jersey | $61,111 | $39,000 | $94,000 |
| 2 | Connecticut | $60,599 | $39,000 | $92,000 |
| 3 | New York | $58,296 | $37,000 | $90,000 |
| 4 | Illinois | $56,324 | $37,000 | $83,000 |
| 5 | Massachusetts | $53,639 | $36,000 | $79,000 |
| 6 | Wisconsin | $53,373 | $35,000 | $79,000 |
| 7 | California | $52,690 | $34,000 | $80,000 |
| 8 | New Hampshire | $51,572 | $35,000 | $75,000 |
| 9 | Pennsylvania | $50,892 | $32,000 | $79,000 |
| 10 | Kentucky | $50,636 | $34,000 | $74,000 |
| 11 | Alabama | $50,628 | $35,000 | $73,000 |
| 12 | Maryland | $50,347 | $32,000 | $78,000 |
| 13 | Rhode Island | $50,317 | $33,000 | $75,000 |
| 14 | Washington | $50,122 | $35,000 | $71,000 |
| 15 | North Dakota | $48,784 | $35,000 | $67,000 |
| 16 | Minnesota | $48,352 | $33,000 | $69,000 |
| 17 | Virginia | $47,596 | $30,000 | $73,000 |
| 18 | Indiana | $47,419 | $31,000 | $70,000 |
| 19 | Missouri | $47,213 | $32,000 | $67,000 |
| 20 | North Carolina | $46,555 | $31,000 | $69,000 |
| 21 | West Virginia | $46,373 | $30,000 | $70,000 |
| 22 | Michigan | $45,868 | $29,000 | $70,000 |
| 23 | Delaware | $45,725 | $29,000 | $71,000 |
| 24 | Georgia | $45,670 | $31,000 | $66,000 |
| 25 | Iowa | $44,081 | $30,000 | $63,000 |
| 26 | Nevada | $43,917 | $29,000 | $66,000 |
| 27 | Colorado | $43,576 | $30,000 | $61,000 |
| 28 | Florida | $43,487 | $29,000 | $63,000 |
| 29 | Texas | $43,268 | $29,000 | $63,000 |
| 30 | South Dakota | $43,141 | $30,000 | $60,000 |
| 31 | New Mexico | $42,953 | $29,000 | $62,000 |
| 32 | Nebraska | $42,916 | $30,000 | $60,000 |
| 33 | Kansas | $42,843 | $30,000 | $61,000 |
| 34 | Ohio | $42,822 | $28,000 | $65,000 |
| 35 | Wyoming | $42,788 | $30,000 | $59,000 |
| 36 | Arkansas | $42,134 | $29,000 | $60,000 |
| 37 | Louisiana | $41,884 | $29,000 | $60,000 |
| 38 | Hawaii | $41,772 | $30,000 | $57,000 |
| 39 | Tennessee | $41,730 | $28,000 | $60,000 |
| 40 | South Carolina | $40,961 | $28,000 | $59,000 |
| 41 | Oregon | $40,863 | $27,000 | $59,000 |
| 42 | Montana | $39,872 | $28,000 | $54,000 |
| 43 | Oklahoma | $39,722 | $27,000 | $56,000 |
| 44 | Arizona | $38,707 | $25,000 | $57,000 |
| 45 | Idaho | $38,574 | $26,000 | $55,000 |
| 46 | Utah | $38,465 | $26,000 | $55,000 |
| 47 | Vermont | $38,151 | $26,000 | $54,000 |
| 48 | Maine | $37,507 | $26,000 | $52,000 |
| 49 | Mississippi | $34,660 | $24,000 | $49,000 |
| 50 | Alaska | $31,046 | $26,000 | $35,000 |
Methodology: Site Supervisor Salary By State
To accurately assess site supervisor compensation across the United States, Zippia has gathered data from a variety of sources, including the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Federal Labor Commission (FLC), and Office of Personnel Management (OPM). This data is then cross-referenced with actual salaries reported in job postings. The Zippia data science team calculates a weighted average, resulting in an average salary for site supervisors by state.
This analysis ranks each state based on the average annual salary for site supervisors, highlighting the states with the highest compensation.
Site Supervisor Salary By State FAQs
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What is the highest-paid state for site supervisors?
The highest-paid state for site supervisors is New Jersey with an average salary of $61,111 per year.
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What city pays site supervisors the most?
Currently, specific city data is being updated; however, metropolitan areas with high construction activity often offer the best salaries.
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What is the worst state for site supervisors?
The lowest-paying state for site supervisors is Alaska with an average salary of $31,046 per year.
Author
Chris Kolmar is a co-founder of Zippia and the editor-in-chief of the Zippia career advice blog. He has hired over 50 people in his career, been hired five times, and wants to help you land your next job. His research has been featured on the New York Times, Thrillist, VOX, The Atlantic, and a host of local news. More recently, he's been quoted on USA Today, BusinessInsider, and CNBC.
