New Hampshire Bathroom Labor Cost Index: 96.7
New Hampshire wages against the U.S. average
| Occupation (SOC) | New Hampshire mean hourly | U.S. mean hourly | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters (47-2152) | $31.84 | $34.70 | -8.2% |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | $27.18 | $28.49 | -4.6% |
| Electricians (47-2111) | $31.63 | $34.37 | -8.0% |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | $30.82 | $31.55 | -2.3% |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | $25.35 | $26.64 | -4.8% |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | $32.31 | $30.58 | +5.7% |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | $24.87 | $25.02 | -0.6% |
How New Hampshire compares
New Hampshire ranks 24th of 51 jurisdictions on this index, 0.4 points above the median state (96.3). 1 of the 7 occupations measured here pay above their national mean. The closest states on the index are Indiana (96.7) and Maryland (96.6).
How to use this index
The index is the unweighted average of New Hampshire mean hourly wages divided by the national mean for the same occupations. A value of 96.7 means the trades that build bathrooms earn 3.3% below 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 New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire?
On 2025 BLS wage data, bathroom trades in New Hampshire earn 3.3% less than the U.S. average across 7 occupations. The widest gap is plumbers at -8.2%, the narrowest is construction laborers at -0.6%.
What does a plumber earn in New Hampshire?
The mean hourly wage for plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters in New Hampshire was $31.84 in May 2025, against $34.70 nationally, according to BLS.
Does the New Hampshire index tell me what a contractor will charge?
No. It compares what trades earn, not what contractors bill. New Hampshire sits 24th of 51 on wages, so the labor part of a quote starts lower than the national average, but overhead, insurance, materials, permits and profit are separate.
Other states
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