The construction industry is at a crossroads. While demand for housing and infrastructure remains high, rising interest rates, labor shortages, and economic uncertainty are slowing that momentum. Amid these mixed signals, attention is turning to the construction workforce: where it’s growing, and where it could face even more setbacks.

In the 2025 edition of their Cities With the Most Construction Workers report, researchers at Construction Coverage examine where construction jobs are most concentrated, which roles are most common across the industry, and which local economies may be most vulnerable to construction slowdowns.

Key Findings for Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC • As of 2024 (the latest data available), the Charlotte metro has a total of 78,715 construction industry emplo

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