Paperhangers

Occupation

$48,260

National Median Salary

$23.20

Median Hourly Wage

1,520

Total Employment

Salary Distribution

$35,020

$40,930

$48,260

$58,470

$69,470

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	—

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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