Abstract
Wyoming’s construction sector, while often eclipsed by extractive industries, plays a vital role in supporting statewide economic activity and infrastructure development. This study investigates key labor force trends in the sector from 2010 to 2024, focusing on employment patterns, age-based workforce composition, and wage trajectories. Drawing on monthly data from the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services, the analysis employs descriptive statistics, time series modeling, and cross-variable analysis to explore sectoral vulnerabilities. Findings reveal a cyclical employment structure marked by seasonal peaks and troughs, with a notable disruption during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. The workforce is aging rapidly, with workers aged 55 and above comprising a growing share while younger worker participation continues to decline. This imbalance raises concerns about long-term labor force sustainability. Wage analysis indicates growing disparities, as older workers earn significantly more than their younger counterparts. Wage growth was particularly pronounced during the post-pandemic recovery, reflecting labor shortages rather than structural wage adjustments. The study highlights the urgent need for workforce development strategies that strengthen recruitment pipelines, improve training alignment, and promote generational succession. These insights offer policy and planning guidance for stabilizing Wyoming’s construction workforce and ensuring its adaptability in the face of economic and demographic change.