Master builder salary in Norway
Market pay for master builders in Norway, based on official statistics (SSB). See the range, what drives the pay, and tailor it to your own experience.
A master builder in Norway typically earns NOK 894,000 a year (median, Statistics Norway). The market range for master builders runs from NOK 725,000 to NOK 1,140,000.
Last updated 9 June 2026
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894,000 kr/yr
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As a master builder the median salary is around 894,000 NOK per year, with a wide range from roughly 724,800 NOK to 1,140,000 NOK depending on responsibility, whether you run your own firm and how large the projects you lead are. The figures come from Statistics Norway (SSB) and reflect full-time employees in the market.
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Frequently asked questions
What does a master builder earn in Norway?
A master builder typically earns NOK 894,000 a year (median from Statistics Norway). Most master builders fall between NOK 725,000 and NOK 1,140,000.
What is the salary range for master builders?
The lower quartile is NOK 725,000 and the upper quartile NOK 1,140,000 a year. Where you land depends on region, seniority and specialisation.
How can a master builder get a raise?
Know the market range, document your results, and bring a concrete case to the talk. The Worktube agent builds the negotiation case for you, free: the arguments, the target and the opening.
Where do the salary numbers come from?
From official salary statistics (Statistics Norway, SSB), matched to the role. The numbers are estimates: actual pay varies with region, experience and employer.