Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers Salary (2025)
Based on 83,080 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $38,460 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $47,440 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $58,930 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $74,230 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $102,010 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$38K
25th
$47K
Median
$59K
75th
$74K
90th
$102K
Highest Paying States for Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Hawaii | $96,460 |
| New Jersey | $81,280 |
| Washington | $80,450 |
| Oregon | $75,770 |
| California | $74,680 |
| Illinois | $72,690 |
| New York | $68,930 |
| Massachusetts | $68,220 |
| Alaska | $68,130 |
| Missouri | $67,200 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Hawaii at an average of $96,460 per year, while Missouri has an average of $67,200 — a difference of $29,260. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 83,080 workers were employed as Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Construction and Extraction Occupations. The annual mean wage of $63,600 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 47-2081