Phoenix is offering the most opportunity for construction workers of any U.S. city in 2025, as the industry experiences strong growth nationwide. With new projects fueling job creation, construction spending is expected to reach $2.2 trillion this year, a 2% increase from 2024.
With demand on the rise, Astrak, a leading global supplier of undercarriage and wear parts for heavy machinery, analyzed which U.S. cities offer the best opportunities for construction workers. Their ranking considered several factors, including the share of local employment in construction, year-over-year job growth, new housing units authorized per 1,000 existing homes, and median construction salaries.
According to their findings, Phoenix takes the top spot as the best city for construction employees, with 8.4% of its workforce in the industry, tied for the second-highest share overall. The city also leads the nation in year-over-year construction job growth at 6.9%, fueled in part by large-scale projects like the planned $7 billion Halo Vista development. With 21.4 new housing units authorized per 1,000 existing homes and a median construction wage of $55,438, Phoenix offers both opportunity and stability for workers.
The top five cities for construction workers include:
|
City |
Percent of Employment in Construction |
YoY Change in Construction Employment |
New Housing Units Authorized per 1,000 Existing Homes |
Median Wage for Construction Employees |
Total Points (out of 100) |
|
1. Phoenix |
8.4% |
6.9% |
21.4 |
$55,438 |
86.68 |
|
2. Raleigh |
8.4% |
5.5% |
28.8 |
$50,802 |
79.19 |
|
3. Austin |
7.7% |
6.4% |
28.6 |
$50,799 |
76.69 |
|
4. Sacramento |
9.3% |
2.8% |
11.9 |
$66,261 |
75.03 |
|
5. Indianapolis |
6.7% |
6.4% |
12.6 |
$65,375 |
66.70 |
Calum Mair, Commercial Director at Astrak U.S., commented on the findings:
“Construction is thriving across the U.S., and it’s encouraging to see cities like Phoenix leading the way. The combination of steady job growth, strong housing demand, and competitive wages creates an environment where construction workers can truly build lasting careers. These findings highlight just how much opportunity there is for skilled professionals in today’s market.”
