Paperhangers
Occupation
$48,260
National Median Salary
$23.20
Median Hourly Wage
1,520
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2014-2024)
+46.6%
10 Year Change
$32,930
2014 Median
$48,260
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries
Industry Wage Growth
Best Paying States
Fastest Growing States
Where This Career Pays Above Average
Top Paying Industries for Paperhangers
| Industry | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Specialty Trade Contractors | $57,330 | 350 |
| Building Finishing Contractors | $57,330 | 350 |
| Painting and Wall Covering Contractors | $57,330 | 350 |
| Miscellaneous Manufacturing | $51,810 | — |
| Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing | $51,810 | — |
Top Paying States for Paperhangers
| State | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | $58,240 | 60 |
| California | $57,330 | — |
| Pennsylvania | $56,630 | 30 |
| New York | $56,360 | 250 |
| Oklahoma | $51,810 | 50 |
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Specialty Trade Contractors
Building Finishing Contractors
Painting and Wall Covering Contractors
Miscellaneous Manufacturing
Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing
Advertising, Public Relations, and Related Services
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Residential Building Construction
Construction of Buildings
Specialized Design Services
