Construction schools in Pennsylvania
We found 11 schools offering construction technology training in Pennsylvania, with campuses in Media, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Lancaster and more. Construction workers in Pennsylvania earn a median $49,400 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 11
- Public colleges
- 8
- Median pay in PA
- $49,400
- Cities with schools
- 3
Construction schools by city
- Philadelphia (5 within 30 mi)
- Reading (3 within 30 mi)
- Lebanon (3 within 30 mi)
What construction workers earn in Pennsylvania
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Construction worker salary in PennsylvaniaHow to become a construction worker
- Median pay
- $49,400
- $23.75 an hour
- Typical range
- $37,480–$74,670
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in PA
- 35,920
- 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 Pennsylvania?
We list 11 schools in Pennsylvania with construction technology programs: 8 public colleges, 2 private nonprofit schools, and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Media, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Lancaster, and Leesport.
Are there community college construction technology programs in Pennsylvania?
Yes. 8 public colleges in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
Among the 11 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,545 to $25,110. 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 Pennsylvania?
The median pay for construction workers in Pennsylvania is $49,400 a year, and most earn between $37,480 and $74,670, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a construction technology school in Pennsylvania?
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)
- North Carolina (13)
- Washington (12)
- Georgia (11)
- Virginia (11)
- Arkansas (10)
- Michigan (10)
- New Mexico (10)
- South Carolina (10)