Construction in Springfield, IL
Metro Market Score 38.9 (Moderate), ranked #94 of 342 metros. 475 establishments, 3,560 jobs.
Metro Market Assessment
Lower is better. Relative to national construction average.
Springfield's construction market sits near the national metro median, ranking #94 of 342 with a market score of 38.9. No single metric stands out as an outlier, which means entry conditions depend more on your specific business model than on broad market forces.
475 Construction Firms in Springfield
Springfield vs Illinois Statewide
How this metro's construction market compares to Illinois overall. The state ranks #34/51 for entry risk.
| Measure | Springfield | IL Statewide |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Score | 38.9 Moderate | 49.1 Elevated |
| Score Type | Metro Market Score | Entry Risk Score |
| Rank | #94 of 342 metros | #34 of 51 states |
Metro and state scores use different methodologies (metro has 4 QCEW-based metrics; state adds BDS survival and momentum data). Direct score comparisons are approximate.
Other Industries in Springfield
Construction in Other Illinois Metros
Data Sources
- Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), Bureau of Labor Statistics. MSA-level establishment counts, employment, wages, and location quotients for the Springfield, IL MSA area.
Data period: 2024. Last updated: April 2026.