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  1. Occupations
  2. Stonemasons

Stonemasons

Build stone structures, such as piers, walls, and abutments. Lay walks, curbstones, or special types of masonry for vats, tanks, and floors.

SOC: 47-2022.00

Common Job Titles

  • Mason
  • Stone Derrickman
  • Stone Mason
  • Stone Setter

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Stonemasons (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

8,750

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $37,420. 25th percentile: U.S. $44,820. 50th percentile: U.S. $51,990. 75th percentile: U.S. $64,120. 90th percentile: U.S. $83,200. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$37,420
10% of workers earn the following or more$83,200
Workers on average earn$57,220

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Mathematics4.2/5
  • Building and Construction4.0/5
  • Public Safety and Security3.5/5
  • Design3.4/5
  • Mechanical3.3/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Microsoft Active Server Pages ASP
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Word
  • SAP software

Technology Skills

  • CPR Visual Estimator
  • Citrix cloud computing software
  • Gregg Software Gregg Rock-It
  • ProEst Software ProEst Estimating
  • RISA Technologies RISA-3D
  • Tradesman's Software Master Estimator
  • Virtual private networking VPN software

Tools & Equipment

  • 12 pound sledge hammers
  • 16 pound sledge hammers
  • 8 pound sledge hammers
  • Angle chisels
  • Angle grinders
  • Boom lifts
  • Brick hammers
  • Bush hammers
Tools & Technology: Tools & Equipment

Related Occupations

Occupations with similar skills and knowledge requirements

Most Similar

  • Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters 47-3011.00
  • Brickmasons and Blockmasons 47-2021.00
  • Terrazzo Workers and Finishers 47-2053.00
  • Stone Cutters and Carvers, Manufacturing 51-9195.03
  • Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers 47-2051.00

Moderately Similar

  • Tile and Stone Setters 47-2044.00
  • Segmental Pavers 47-4091.00
  • Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles 47-2042.00
  • Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers 47-2081.00
  • Carpenters 47-2031.00

Related

  • Plasterers and Stucco Masons 47-2161.00
  • Structural Iron and Steel Workers 47-2221.00
  • Refractory Materials Repairers, Except Brickmasons 49-9045.00
  • Construction Laborers 47-2061.00
  • Helpers--Carpenters 47-3012.00
  • Reinforcing Iron and Rebar Workers 47-2171.00
  • Roofers 47-2181.00
  • Rock Splitters, Quarry 47-5051.00
  • Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters 51-2041.00
  • Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic 51-9195.00

Related Programs

Education programs that prepare you for this occupation

  • Short-Term CertificateMasonry-Fireplace & StoneIssuer: Gadsden State Community College
  • Short-Term CertificateMasonryIssuer: Wallace Community College Dothan
  • Short-Term CertificateMasonry/Building TradesIssuer: Wallace Community College Selma
  • Short-Term CertificateMasonry (STC-MSR)Issuer: Coastal Alabama Community College
  • Short-Term CertificateMasonry (STC-MS1)Issuer: Coastal Alabama Community College
  • CertificateMasonry (CER-MSR)Issuer: Coastal Alabama Community College
  • ApprenticeshipBricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Local 1 (HI): TilesetterIssuer: Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Local 1 (HI)
  • ApprenticeshipBricklayers Local 3: TilesetterIssuer: Bricklayers Local 3
  • ApprenticeshipArizona Bricklayers JATC: TilesetterIssuer: Arizona Bricklayers JATC
  • Associate's DegreeMASONRY ARTSIssuer: Front Range Community College