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Fence Erectors is a notable career in the 47 category. This page provides verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024), helping you compare Fence Erectors against similar careers and make data-driven decisions.
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| soc | 47-4031 |
| title | Fence Erectors |
| onet code | 47-4031.00 |
| description | Erect and repair fences and fence gates, using hand and power tools. |
| job zone | 2 |
| major group | 47 |
| tot emp | 22,640 |
| a mean | 50,550 |
| a median | 46,940 |
| a pct10 | 35,090 |
| a pct25 | 39,040 |
| a pct75 | 57,070 |
| a pct90 | 74,660 |
| h mean | 24 |
| h median | 22 |
The day-to-day work of a fence erectors typically centers on establish the location for a fence, and gather information needed to ensure that there are no electric cables or water lines in the area. Every task listed below is classified as Core in O*NET — they collectively define the role. Task descriptions below are quoted from the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET 29.0 occupation profile.
Workers in this occupation rely most on Coordination, Critical Thinking, and Monitoring. Across the top 6 skills, the average O*NET importance score is 3.00 out of 5 — moderately weighted for this role. Importance reflects how essential each skill is for adequate job performance.
Among working fence erectors, the most common entry qualification is a High School Diploma (47.5%). Bachelor's-degree-or-higher credentials are reported by 0% of incumbents. Most workers enter without a four-year degree, making this a relatively accessible career path.
Median annual pay is highest in Nebraska at $78,780 and lowest in Louisiana at $31,480 — a 2.5× spread. The top five states (Nebraska, Alaska, Illinois, Minnesota, Utah) average $64,164. Figures reflect BLS OEWS May 2024 state-level wage estimates; percentiles shown are for full-time wage-earners in each state.
| State | Median | Mean | 10th % | 90th % | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | $78,780 | $83,110 | $51,790 | $115,270 | — |
| Alaska | $63,040 | $59,330 | $43,470 | $79,340 | 100 |
| Illinois | $62,400 | $65,010 | $40,200 | $96,690 | 580 |
| Minnesota | $59,170 | $57,710 | $51,480 | $61,060 | — |
| Utah | $57,430 | $62,760 | $42,570 | $76,620 | — |
| Pennsylvania | $56,500 | $54,980 | $37,770 | $73,240 | 790 |
| Hawaii | $56,290 | $54,510 | $45,610 | $59,550 | — |
| New Jersey | $56,040 | $56,060 | $40,550 | $78,460 | 380 |
| Washington | $55,240 | $58,300 | $47,590 | $78,110 | 1,250 |
| California | $53,800 | $61,060 | $39,510 | $88,830 | 4,110 |
| Colorado | $52,740 | $50,420 | $43,850 | $53,590 | — |
| Kansas | $50,740 | $47,740 | $38,220 | $58,430 | 80 |
| Iowa | $49,970 | $49,910 | $40,380 | $59,660 | 500 |
| Maine | $49,850 | $51,170 | $35,360 | $71,700 | — |
| Montana | $49,710 | $51,670 | $38,480 | $69,000 | 520 |
| Nevada | $49,270 | $52,520 | $47,290 | $63,030 | — |
| South Dakota | $49,210 | $51,990 | $46,540 | $61,860 | — |
| Connecticut | $49,120 | $58,230 | $39,040 | $79,020 | — |
| North Dakota | $48,170 | $49,640 | $48,170 | $51,750 | 90 |
| Delaware | $48,010 | $46,980 | $39,970 | $54,280 | 60 |
| New Hampshire | $47,860 | $49,800 | $41,290 | $57,440 | — |
| Florida | $47,730 | $47,330 | $35,610 | $61,950 | 1,640 |
| Oregon | $47,570 | $48,560 | $42,870 | $59,430 | 110 |
| Kentucky | $47,310 | $43,740 | $24,790 | $50,640 | 230 |
| New York | $46,800 | $46,710 | $31,370 | $62,400 | 1,210 |
| Ohio | $46,610 | $51,440 | $36,230 | $82,860 | 530 |
| Wisconsin | $46,390 | $46,100 | $37,560 | $59,230 | 310 |
| Arizona | $45,970 | $48,670 | $37,040 | $60,570 | 370 |
| Michigan | $45,580 | $44,450 | $37,210 | $49,990 | 180 |
| Massachusetts | $45,560 | $50,000 | $40,830 | $62,620 | — |
| Indiana | $43,900 | $47,340 | $37,430 | $65,160 | 330 |
| New Mexico | $43,470 | $43,940 | $30,320 | $52,870 | 220 |
| Idaho | $41,050 | $40,780 | $27,360 | $44,810 | — |
| Wyoming | $39,990 | $43,660 | $34,780 | $57,210 | 110 |
| Texas | $39,420 | $40,220 | $31,270 | $50,010 | 1,890 |
| Oklahoma | $39,140 | $44,460 | $35,660 | $70,020 | 230 |
| Virginia | $39,080 | $41,960 | $33,930 | $51,620 | — |
| Alabama | $38,920 | $41,780 | $30,410 | $55,630 | 300 |
| South Carolina | $38,790 | $46,900 | $36,720 | $78,310 | — |
| North Carolina | $38,600 | $40,540 | $30,890 | $54,340 | 560 |
| Arkansas | $38,530 | $41,080 | $33,610 | $48,450 | 330 |
| Missouri | $37,570 | $40,390 | $30,860 | $48,950 | 720 |
| Tennessee | $37,520 | $43,570 | $35,040 | $47,310 | 570 |
| Georgia | $35,800 | $36,460 | $27,660 | $48,040 | 560 |
| West Virginia | $35,520 | $38,650 | $29,440 | $46,310 | 150 |
| Louisiana | $31,480 | $34,390 | $18,370 | $52,910 | 110 |
Recruiters and job boards use several alternate titles for fence erectors. Knowing these variants widens your job search — listings for Chain Link Fence Installer or Fence Builder frequently describe the same role. The list below is a sample of the most common industry variants.
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