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Stonemasons 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 Stonemasons against similar careers and make data-driven decisions.
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| soc | 47-2022 |
| title | Stonemasons |
| onet code | 47-2022.00 |
| description | Build stone structures, such as piers, walls, and abutments. Lay walks, curbstones, or special types of masonry for vats, tanks, and floors. |
| job zone | 3 |
| major group | 47 |
| tot emp | 8,750 |
| a mean | 57,220 |
| a median | 51,990 |
| a pct10 | 37,420 |
| a pct25 | 44,820 |
| a pct75 | 64,120 |
| a pct90 | 83,200 |
| h mean | 27 |
| h median | 25 |
The day-to-day work of a stonemasons typically centers on lay out wall patterns or foundations, using straight edge, rule, or staked lines. 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 Critical Thinking, Coordination, and Time Management. Across the top 10 skills, the average O*NET importance score is 3.15 out of 5 — moderately weighted for this role. Importance reflects how essential each skill is for adequate job performance.
Among working stonemasons, the most common entry qualification is a Less than a High School Diploma (38.1%). 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 Washington at $93,320 and lowest in Arizona at $34,120 — a 2.7× spread. The top five states (Washington, Connecticut, Minnesota, Montana, Wisconsin) average $80,004. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | $93,320 | $83,460 | $42,570 | $111,730 | 290 |
| Connecticut | $81,180 | $70,190 | $52,360 | $82,380 | — |
| Minnesota | $80,870 | $77,890 | $47,790 | $100,930 | — |
| Montana | $75,110 | $69,980 | $47,730 | $90,990 | 80 |
| Wisconsin | $69,540 | $71,490 | $51,040 | $87,620 | 180 |
| Vermont | $68,620 | $86,730 | $62,750 | $117,540 | 50 |
| Oregon | $67,080 | $72,300 | $43,320 | $105,070 | 100 |
| California | $64,880 | $66,110 | $47,370 | $82,280 | 790 |
| Massachusetts | $62,650 | $65,620 | $52,800 | $84,240 | 560 |
| Missouri | $61,700 | $60,390 | $37,810 | $77,680 | 100 |
| Rhode Island | $60,910 | $56,750 | $34,780 | $66,610 | — |
| South Dakota | $59,420 | $55,870 | $42,820 | $61,770 | — |
| Maine | $58,580 | $56,600 | $40,330 | $76,150 | 240 |
| Colorado | $58,120 | $60,920 | $42,790 | $92,460 | 260 |
| Michigan | $58,120 | $60,750 | $47,470 | $80,430 | 230 |
| Virginia | $58,040 | $57,570 | $43,240 | $65,690 | 110 |
| New Jersey | $57,970 | $77,900 | $50,380 | $130,490 | 130 |
| New Hampshire | $57,550 | $55,450 | $44,980 | $63,950 | 60 |
| New York | $55,050 | $66,820 | $49,040 | $97,470 | 750 |
| Nevada | $52,290 | $56,180 | $50,140 | $64,730 | 180 |
| Florida | $52,040 | $54,320 | $34,130 | $71,920 | 360 |
| Indiana | $50,960 | $54,530 | $43,720 | $74,850 | 180 |
| Utah | $50,630 | $55,750 | $36,400 | $80,950 | 330 |
| Kentucky | $48,510 | $44,930 | $31,250 | $54,910 | 50 |
| Pennsylvania | $47,930 | $59,140 | $42,970 | $102,680 | 100 |
| Maryland | $47,890 | $46,580 | $39,180 | $47,890 | 1,230 |
| Kansas | $45,650 | $46,560 | $34,210 | $63,780 | 110 |
| Texas | $44,980 | $46,250 | $35,530 | $61,600 | 840 |
| Idaho | $44,670 | $45,900 | $39,050 | $60,750 | 50 |
| Ohio | $43,610 | $47,490 | $39,650 | $62,310 | 220 |
| Tennessee | $40,550 | $44,550 | $33,690 | $62,690 | 210 |
| North Carolina | $39,530 | $40,530 | $34,190 | $47,610 | 70 |
| Georgia | $39,210 | $42,350 | $35,870 | $58,060 | 70 |
| Alabama | $34,650 | $36,310 | $30,180 | $41,930 | — |
| Arizona | $34,120 | $42,030 | $31,200 | $57,840 | 340 |
Recruiters and job boards use several alternate titles for stonemasons. Knowing these variants widens your job search — listings for Artificial Stone Applicator or Banker Mason frequently describe the same role. The list below is a sample of the most common industry variants.
This data helps you understand how Stonemasons compares to others in the 47 category. Use it to make informed decisions based on verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0.
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