7. New Jersey
Annual median salary: $45,730
Cost of living: 121
Employment: 23,950
New Jersey ranks fifth when it comes to the wages they offer to construction laborers. It ranks 7th on our list of best states for construction workers. That is surely a compensation that is good enough for the tiring and challenging work they have. However, they might not be able to truly enjoy what they earn, because a huge part of it will surely go to their living expenses. A few sacrifices might be needed to make the most of their salaries. Then again, look at their employment rates. They still outdo most American states.
