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The average salary for a stone mason in the United States is approximately $49,042 per year or $24 per hour. Factors influencing this salary include geographical location, years of experience, and the specific sector of employment.
Entry-level stone masons typically earn lower salaries, while those with several years of experience can see significant increases. For instance, a mason with 5-10 years in the field may earn between $52,000 and $60,000 annually.
States such as California, New York, and Texas often offer the highest wages for stone masons due to higher living costs and demand for skilled labor. Additionally, specialty roles within masonry, such as restoration or historical masonry, can command even higher salaries.
As a stone mason, job opportunities range from residential construction to commercial projects. Many masons also find work in landscaping and artistic design, further expanding their earning potential.
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The highest-paying states for stone masons are Alaska, California, and Minnesota. The lowest average stone mason salary states are Texas, Florida, and South Dakota.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alaska | $69,489 | $33.41 |
| 2 | North Dakota | $61,219 | $29.43 |
| 3 | Vermont | $59,128 | $28.43 |
| 4 | Nebraska | $58,865 | $28.30 |
| 5 | North Carolina | $61,080 | $29.37 |
| 6 | Utah | $57,295 | $27.55 |
| 7 | Minnesota | $62,910 | $30.25 |
| 8 | New Jersey | $60,186 | $28.94 |
| 9 | Mississippi | $57,650 | $27.72 |
| 10 | California | $68,170 | $32.77 |
| 11 | Missouri | $58,788 | $28.26 |
| 12 | West Virginia | $58,036 | $27.90 |
| 13 | Massachusetts | $62,272 | $29.94 |
| 14 | New Hampshire | $53,828 | $25.88 |
| 15 | District of Columbia | $64,533 | $31.03 |
| 16 | Wisconsin | $51,151 | $24.59 |
| 17 | Wyoming | $57,552 | $27.67 |
| 18 | Connecticut | $56,159 | $27.00 |
| 19 | Kansas | $50,991 | $24.51 |
| 20 | Delaware | $55,983 | $26.91 |
| 21 | Rhode Island | $55,518 | $26.69 |
| 22 | Illinois | $55,553 | $26.71 |
| 23 | Colorado | $50,809 | $24.43 |
| 24 | Pennsylvania | $52,522 | $25.25 |
| 25 | Ohio | $49,874 | $23.98 |
| 26 | Virginia | $47,657 | $22.91 |
| 27 | Nevada | $52,976 | $25.47 |
| 28 | New York | $55,031 | $26.46 |
| 29 | Tennessee | $41,889 | $20.14 |
| 30 | Washington | $44,591 | $21.44 |
| 31 | Iowa | $45,616 | $21.93 |
| 32 | Michigan | $47,091 | $22.64 |
| 33 | Oklahoma | $41,682 | $20.04 |
| 34 | Maine | $42,503 | $20.43 |
| 35 | South Carolina | $45,099 | $21.68 |
| 36 | Alabama | $43,847 | $21.08 |
| 37 | Maryland | $42,931 | $20.64 |
| 38 | Hawaii | $44,804 | $21.54 |
| 39 | New Mexico | $42,838 | $20.60 |
| 40 | Oregon | $43,994 | $21.15 |
| 41 | Idaho | $39,902 | $19.18 |
| 42 | Georgia | $42,251 | $20.31 |
| 43 | Texas | $39,361 | $18.92 |
| 44 | Montana | $35,661 | $17.14 |
| 45 | Florida | $38,806 | $18.66 |
| 46 | Indiana | $41,463 | $19.93 |
| 47 | Arkansas | $41,308 | $19.86 |
| 48 | Louisiana | $34,719 | $16.69 |
| 49 | Arizona | $39,471 | $18.98 |
| 50 | South Dakota | $35,725 | $17.18 |
| 51 | Kentucky | $35,425 | $17.03 |
The highest-paying cities for stone masons are Washington, DC, Marlborough, MA, and Concord, NC.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington, DC | $64,634 | $31.07 |
| 2 | Marlborough, MA | $62,277 | $29.94 |
| 3 | Concord, NC | $60,487 | $29.08 |
| 4 | Paterson, NJ | $60,174 | $28.93 |
| 5 | Stamford, CT | $56,491 | $27.16 |
| 6 | New York, NY | $55,222 | $26.55 |
| 7 | Easton, PA | $52,972 | $25.47 |
| 8 | Annandale, VA | $48,989 | $23.55 |
| 9 | Lawrenceville, GA | $42,322 | $20.35 |
| 10 | San Antonio, TX | $39,885 | $19.18 |
| 11 | Scottsdale, AZ | $39,510 | $19.00 |
| 12 | Sanford, FL | $38,653 | $18.58 |
A stone mason's salary ranges from $32,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $74,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $74,000 | $6,167 | $36 |
| 75th Percentile | $60,000 | $5,000 | $29 |
| Average | $49,042 | $4,087 | $24 |
| 25th Percentile | $39,000 | $3,250 | $19 |
| 10th Percentile | $32,000 | $2,667 | $15 |
The highest paying types of stone masons are journeyman, rock mason, and bricklayer.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helper | $31,331 | $2,611 | $15.06 | 29,873 |
| Finish Carpenter | $46,987 | $3,916 | $22.59 | 11,653 |
| Carpenter/Labour | $36,131 | $3,011 | $17.37 | 27,472 |
| Trim Carpenter | $45,718 | $3,810 | $21.98 | 4,929 |
| Plumber Helper | $43,893 | $3,658 | $21.10 | 21,963 |
| Carpenter | $41,748 | $3,479 | $20.07 | 5,862 |
Top companies hiring stone masons now:
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brinker International | $59,390 | $28.55 |
| 2 | The Gallegos | $56,053 | $26.95 |
| 3 | Blythe Construction | $52,843 | $25.41 |
The average stone mason salary has risen by $7,372 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average stone mason earned $41,670 annually, but today, they earn $49,042 a year. That works out to a 12% change in pay for stone masons over the last decade.
Compare stone mason salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare stone mason salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $49,000 | $23.58 | +3.6% |
| 2025 | $47,300 | $22.73 | +4.0% |
| 2024 | $45,400 | $21.81 | +2.3% |
| 2023 | $44,300 | $21.31 | +1.0% |
| 2022 | $43,900 | $21.08 | +2.6% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallegos Corporation | Stone Mason-Roaring Fork Valley | Glenwood Springs, CO | 06/19/2025 | $58,436 |
| Gallegos Corporation | Stone Mason Housing Stipend | Big Sky, MT | 06/19/2025 | $58,436 |
| State of Virginia | Stone Mason | Blacksburg, VA | 06/04/2025 | $52,000 |
| State of Virginia | Stone Mason | Blacksburg, VA | 05/29/2025 | $52,000 |
| Gallegos Corporation | Stone Mason-Roaring Fork Valley | Glenwood Springs, CO | 05/26/2025 | $58,436 |
| Gallegos Corporation | Stone Mason Housing Stipend | Big Sky, MT | 05/18/2025 | $58,436 |
| The Contractor Consultants | Stone Mason/Equipment Operator | Pleasant Hill, MO | 04/19/2025 | $58,436 |
| State of Virginia | Assistant Stone Mason | Blacksburg, VA | 03/28/2025 | $36,000 |
| Aerotek | Stone Mason | Los Angeles, CA | 03/18/2025 | $66,784 |
| Gallegos Corporation | Stone Mason Housing Stipend | Big Sky, MT | 03/09/2025 | $58,436 |
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