Bricklayer & Blockmason Apprenticeship in Oregon

Bricklayer & Blockmasons in Oregon earn a median of $74,870/yr — 56% above the national all-occupation median of $48,060. That puts this apprenticeship path well into upper-middle-income territory for the state.

The 23% wage premium over the national Bricklayer & Blockmason median ($60,800) makes Oregon one of the stronger markets for this apprenticeship path.

Employment for Bricklayer & Blockmasons is projected to grow 3.2% through 2034, roughly in line with the overall economy. About 5,600 positions open annually through both growth and replacement.

At just 0.9% of the national Bricklayer & Blockmason workforce (520 employed), Oregon has a compact market. Apprenticeship programs may be concentrated in one or two metro areas rather than spread across the state.

A Bricklayer & Blockmason apprenticeship runs 3 years at 6,000 hours. The time-based structure means you're logging real work alongside experienced tradespeople from week one, learning blueprint reading, building codes, and material estimation in evening or weekend classes.

Program availability in Oregon is moderate: 249 registered sponsors across the state. Apprenticeship applicants in major cities will find multiple options; those in smaller markets may need to commute or relocate within the state.

From $49,160 at the 10th percentile to $97,710 at the 90th, Bricklayer & Blockmason wages in Oregon are fairly compressed. Flat wage structures are common in heavily unionized trades where pay scales are negotiated collectively.