Connecticut Bathroom Labor Cost Index: 108.3
Connecticut wages against the U.S. average
| Occupation (SOC) | Connecticut mean hourly | U.S. mean hourly | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters (47-2152) | $36.25 | $34.70 | +4.5% |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | $33.21 | $28.49 | +16.6% |
| Electricians (47-2111) | $37.21 | $34.37 | +8.3% |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | $33.02 | $31.55 | +4.7% |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | $30.53 | $26.64 | +14.6% |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | $29.33 | $30.58 | -4.1% |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | $28.49 | $25.02 | +13.9% |
How Connecticut compares
Connecticut ranks 12th of 51 jurisdictions on this index, 12.0 points above the median state (96.3). 6 of the 7 occupations measured here pay above their national mean. The closest states on the index are Minnesota (112.4) and Missouri (105.0).
How to use this index
The index is the unweighted average of Connecticut mean hourly wages divided by the national mean for the same occupations. A value of 108.3 means the trades that build bathrooms earn 8.3% above the national average here. Labor is roughly two thirds of a bathroom remodel bill, so a wage gap of this size moves the labor half of a quote, not the whole quote.
National project ranges, which apply to Connecticut as well, are in the bathroom remodel cost guide. The method, including which occupations are counted, is on the methodology page.
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FAQ
Is bathroom labor more expensive in Connecticut?
On 2025 BLS wage data, bathroom trades in Connecticut earn 8.3% more than the U.S. average across 7 occupations. The widest gap is tile and stone setters at +16.6%, the narrowest is drywall and ceiling tile installers at -4.1%.
What does a plumber earn in Connecticut?
The mean hourly wage for plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters in Connecticut was $36.25 in May 2025, against $34.70 nationally, according to BLS.
Does the Connecticut index tell me what a contractor will charge?
No. It compares what trades earn, not what contractors bill. Connecticut sits 12th of 51 on wages, so the labor part of a quote starts higher than the national average, but overhead, insurance, materials, permits and profit are separate.
Other states
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