Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons Salary (2025)
Based on 7,490 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $31,200 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $36,830 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $40,470 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $49,090 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $52,000 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$31K
25th
$37K
Median
$40K
75th
$49K
90th
$52K
Highest Paying States for Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Ohio | $52,570 |
| New York | $49,400 |
| California | $48,050 |
| Hawaii | $47,880 |
| Connecticut | $45,210 |
| Montana | $45,180 |
| Washington | $44,240 |
| Utah | $42,680 |
| Virginia | $41,860 |
| Oregon | $40,420 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Ohio at an average of $52,570 per year, while Oregon has an average of $40,420 — a difference of $12,150. 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 Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 7,490 workers were employed as Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masonss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Construction and Extraction Occupations. The annual mean wage of $42,440 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 47-3014