Construction schools in North Carolina
We found 13 schools offering construction technology training in North Carolina, with campuses in Sanford, Wilkesboro, Wilson, and Fayetteville and more. Construction workers in North Carolina earn a median $44,720 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 13
- Public colleges
- 13
- Median pay in NC
- $44,720
What construction workers earn in North Carolina
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Construction worker salary in North CarolinaHow to become a construction worker
- Median pay
- $44,720
- $21.50 an hour
- Typical range
- $31,850–$59,970
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in NC
- 35,620
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +7.3%
- 120,000 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
How many construction technology schools are in North Carolina?
We list 13 schools in North Carolina with construction technology programs: 13 public colleges. Campuses are in Sanford, Wilkesboro, Wilson, Fayetteville, and Weldon.
Are there community college construction technology programs in North Carolina?
Yes. 13 public colleges in North Carolina offer construction technology. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does construction technology school cost in North Carolina?
Among the 12 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,321 to $10,758. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do construction workers make in North Carolina?
The median pay for construction workers in North Carolina is $44,720 a year, and most earn between $31,850 and $59,970, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a construction technology school in North Carolina?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
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Construction schools in other states
- California (56)
- Florida (26)
- Tennessee (19)
- Illinois (17)
- New York (16)
- Texas (16)
- Ohio (15)
- Colorado (13)
- Washington (12)
- Georgia (11)
- Pennsylvania (11)
- Virginia (11)
- Arkansas (10)
- Michigan (10)
- New Mexico (10)
- South Carolina (10)