Stonemason Salary
Stonemasons earn a median $57,390 a year nationally. Construction and Extraction Occupations
What stonemasons do
Build stone structures, such as piers, walls, and abutments. Lay walks, curbstones, or special types of masonry for vats, tanks, and floors.
- Typical education
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Work experience
- None required
- On-the-job training
- Apprenticeship
- Job outlook, 2025–35
- -5.4% (declining)
- Openings per year
- 500
- Self-employed
- 18%
Employment of stonemasons is projected to shrink 5.4% from 2025 to 2035, slower than the 3.5% average for all occupations. About 500 openings are expected each year, on average, including jobs left by workers who retire or switch careers.
Source: BLS Standard Occupational Classification and Employment Projections, 2025–35.
Stonemason take-home pay calculator
Starts at the national median. Pick your state to see your real paycheck.
- Federal income tax$4,707
- Social Security (6.2%)$3,558
- Medicare (1.45%)$832
- Texas income tax$0
- Take-home pay$48,293
Marginal rate: 12% federal + 0.00% state
Pay by experience
| Percentile | Salary | Hourly | Take-home (no state tax) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $39,300 | $18.89 | $33,758 |
| 25th percentile | $45,450 | $21.85 | $38,699 |
| Median (50th) | $57,390 | $27.59 | $48,293 |
| 75th percentile | $71,630 | $34.44 | $59,222 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $86,180 | $41.43 | $69,458 |
Stonemason salary by state
| State | Median | 1-yr change | Take-home | Range | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | $82,740 | +19.0% | $64,033 | $51,790 – $86,620 | 70 |
| Nevada | $79,600 | +52.2% | $64,829 | $53,710 – $88,990 | 220 |
| Washington | $78,010 | −16.4% | $63,710 | $46,260 – $113,560 | 350 |
| Massachusetts | $69,610 | +11.1% | $54,540 | $45,390 – $121,330 | — |
| New Jersey | $66,210 | +14.2% | $53,269 | $50,230 – $82,920 | — |
| Vermont | $65,950 | −3.9% | $53,278 | $49,320 – $120,480 | 80 |
| Rhode Island | $62,510 | +2.6% | $50,680 | $35,640 – $68,700 | — |
| Montana | $61,040 | −18.7% | $49,113 | $50,250 – $85,340 | 160 |
| Maine | $60,980 | +4.1% | $48,243 | $45,930 – $74,260 | 230 |
| California | $60,930 | −6.1% | $48,640 | $46,570 – $99,680 | 1,250 |
| Minnesota | $60,510 | −25.2% | $48,209 | $42,130 – $100,520 | — |
| Michigan | $59,160 | +1.8% | $47,452 | $50,290 – $79,080 | 130 |
| Pennsylvania | $59,060 | +23.2% | $47,822 | $39,570 – $92,320 | 160 |
| Florida | $58,980 | +13.3% | $49,570 | $37,430 – $72,350 | — |
| New Hampshire | $57,600 | +0.1% | $48,462 | $46,140 – $68,440 | 40 |
| Kansas | $57,550 | +26.1% | $46,010 | $45,280 – $73,960 | 90 |
| North Carolina | $52,760 | +33.5% | $42,976 | $46,280 – $53,060 | — |
| Colorado | $49,630 | −14.6% | $40,582 | $40,040 – $64,620 | 240 |
| Utah | $49,260 | −2.7% | $40,510 | $37,170 – $60,390 | — |
| Ohio | $48,820 | +11.9% | $40,847 | $41,790 – $74,330 | 150 |
| Virginia | $48,550 | −16.4% | $39,212 | $39,820 – $56,980 | — |
| New York | $46,980 | −14.7% | $37,989 | $36,300 – $73,290 | — |
| Tennessee | $46,830 | +15.5% | $39,808 | $34,230 – $65,000 | 140 |
| Indiana | $45,870 | −10.0% | $37,713 | $35,710 – $70,000 | 140 |
| Texas | $45,790 | +1.8% | $38,972 | $35,730 – $64,620 | 420 |
| Maryland | $44,280 | −7.5% | $36,019 | $39,500 – $58,430 | 250 |
| Missouri | $43,880 | −28.9% | $36,313 | $35,370 – $67,330 | 200 |
| Alabama | $42,210 | +21.8% | $34,250 | $26,380 – $45,450 | 90 |
| Arizona | $42,130 | +23.5% | $35,187 | $32,000 – $59,000 | 270 |
| Oklahoma | $40,930 | — | $33,771 | $34,750 – $47,910 | — |
| Mississippi | $40,700 | — | $33,986 | $34,200 – $59,980 | 60 |
Related jobs
| Job | Median salary | Education | Growth 2025–35 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brickmason and Blockmason | $62,120 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.1% |
| Plasterer and Stucco Mason | $57,660 | No formal educational credential | +2.8% |
| Glazier | $57,080 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.9% |
| Cement Mason and Concrete Finisher | $57,020 | No formal educational credential | +1.6% |
| Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles | $56,460 | No formal educational credential | +9.0% |
| Insulation Workers, Mechanical | $58,340 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.1% |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installer | $58,930 | No formal educational credential | +2.5% |
| Reinforcing Iron and Rebar Worker | $58,970 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.3% |
| Tile and Stone Setter | $55,690 | No formal educational credential | +9.8% |
| Roofer | $55,440 | No formal educational credential | +5.3% |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a stonemason make?
The national median salary for stonemasons is $57,390 a year ($27.59 an hour). The lowest-paid 10% earn under $39,300 and the top 10% earn over $86,180. Source: BLS, May 2025.
Which state pays stonemasons the most?
Wisconsin has the highest median pay at $82,740.
How many stonemasons are there in the U.S.?
About 7,820 people work as stonemasons nationwide.