Prevailing Wage for Brickmasons and Blockmasons
Prevailing wage for Brickmasons and Blockmasons is set by the DOL using Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey data tied to the worksite location. Whether you work as a Brick Mason, Block Mason, or Block Layer, DOL establishes four experience-based wage levels, and the floor shifts significantly from city to city.
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Entry-level brickmasons with limited U.S. work experience, typically under two years in the trade. Performs routine laying tasks under close supervision, following established patterns and specifications with minimal independent judgment on materials or methods.
Qualified brickmasons with two or more years of experience handling standard commercial and residential projects. Level 2 is the most common filing level for this occupation, covering journeymen who work with moderate supervision on a range of masonry materials.
Experienced masons who independently manage complex structural work, including arches, reinforced block systems, and specialty applications. Requires demonstrated proficiency across multiple masonry materials and the ability to interpret technical drawings without direct oversight.
Fully competent lead masons or foremen setting quality standards, training crew members, and overseeing multi-trade coordination on large commercial or infrastructure projects. Expected to resolve field complications and make binding decisions on materials and methods.
Prevailing Wage for Brickmasons and Blockmasons by OES area
Each shape is a DOL OES area, the unit prevailing wage is published for.
What’s an OES area?
The Department of Labor publishes prevailing wages for geographic zones called OES areas. Every U.S. county belongs to exactly one, and the wage floor applies across the whole area. A worker in Oakland gets the San Francisco metro wage, not a separate Oakland wage.
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Confirm your SOC code before accepting an offer
Brickmason and blockmason work is filed under SOC 47-2021, but some employers misfile structural tile or terra-cotta work under a related construction SOC. A wrong code means a different wage floor and potential compliance issues at the LCA stage.
Account for the Boston-to-El Paso wage gap
The prevailing wage for this occupation varies dramatically by metro: top-paying markets like Boston and Seattle set a far higher floor than lower-paying regions like El Paso or Myrtle Beach. The LCA must reflect the actual worksite city, not headquarters.
Watch for union-rate gaps in high-concentration markets
In cities like Minneapolis and San Francisco with strong trades unions, collective bargaining agreements can set pay above the DOL prevailing wage. Verify whether your employer's wage offer reflects the union scale or only the DOL floor for Level 2 or Level 3.
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DOL classifies these titles under SOC 47-2021.00 alongside Brickmasons and Blockmasons, so the same four-tier wage schedule applies to each. Tap a title to see the full breakdown.
Block Layer Prevailing Wage
Block Layer Prevailing Wage
Block Layer positions fall under SOC 47-2021.00 (Brickmasons and Blockmasons). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Block Mason Prevailing Wage
Block Mason Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Block Mason for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 47-2021.00 (Brickmasons and Blockmasons). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Blockmason Prevailing Wage
Blockmason Prevailing Wage
Blockmason is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 47-2021.00 (Brickmasons and Blockmasons). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Brick and Block Mason Prevailing Wage
Brick and Block Mason Prevailing Wage
Brick and Block Mason positions fall under SOC 47-2021.00 (Brickmasons and Blockmasons). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Brick Mason Prevailing Wage
Brick Mason Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Brick Mason for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 47-2021.00 (Brickmasons and Blockmasons). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Bricklayer Prevailing Wage
Bricklayer Prevailing Wage
Bricklayer is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 47-2021.00 (Brickmasons and Blockmasons). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Mason Prevailing Wage
Mason Prevailing Wage
Mason positions fall under SOC 47-2021.00 (Brickmasons and Blockmasons). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Masonry Installer Prevailing Wage
Masonry Installer Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Masonry Installer for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 47-2021.00 (Brickmasons and Blockmasons). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Tender Prevailing Wage
Tender Prevailing Wage
Tender is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 47-2021.00 (Brickmasons and Blockmasons). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the DOL set the prevailing wage for Brickmasons and Blockmasons?
DOL uses Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics data collected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics across hundreds of metropolitan and non-metropolitan areas. For SOC 47-2021, it calculates four wage levels tied to experience and complexity. Employers filing an LCA for a sponsored brickmason or blockmason position must pay at least the level that matches the role's actual duties and supervision requirements.
What do the four wage levels mean and how do I know which one applies to my offer?
Level 1 covers entry-level work under close supervision; Level 2 covers qualified journeymen on standard projects; Level 3 covers experienced masons working independently on complex structures; Level 4 covers fully competent lead or supervisory roles. The level is determined by the job duties described on the LCA, not just your years of experience. If the offer lists supervisory responsibility, it should be filed at Level 3 or Level 4.
Why does the prevailing wage for the same brickmason role vary so much from city to city?
DOL conducts regional Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys that capture local labor market conditions. Construction wages in high-cost metros like Boston or Seattle reflect stronger union density and higher project costs, while markets like El Paso or Myrtle Beach show lower survey medians. The LCA must cite the worksite metro, and OFLC applies the wage data for that specific area, so two identical roles in different cities can have very different floors.
What happens if an employer offers a wage below the prevailing wage for a sponsored position?
An LCA certified by DOL requires the employer to pay at least the prevailing wage for the entire period of authorized employment. If the offered wage is below that floor, DOL will not certify the LCA, and USCIS will not approve the visa petition. Employers found paying below the certified wage after approval face back-pay liability and potential debarment from future sponsorship. The floor is a legal minimum, not a negotiating baseline.
How do I find and verify the prevailing wage for a specific U.S. location for this occupation?
Use the OFLC Wage Search tool to look up SOC 47-2021 by metropolitan area. Enter the worksite city and the experience level matching the role's duties to retrieve the current DOL wage floor. You can also cross-reference wage ranges using the O*NET occupation profile for Brickmasons and Blockmasons. Migrate Mate lets you search for employers with a sponsorship history in this trade, so you can identify which companies have filed LCAs for this role before approaching them.
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