Paperhangers Salary (2025)
Based on 1,570 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $36,020 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $44,890 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $52,140 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $60,180 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $69,050 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$36K
25th
$45K
Median
$52K
75th
$60K
90th
$69K
Highest Paying States for Paperhangers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $70,790 |
| New York | $62,040 |
| Missouri | $58,790 |
| Pennsylvania | $57,550 |
| Washington | $53,620 |
| Indiana | $51,530 |
| Ohio | $51,120 |
| South Carolina | $50,280 |
| Colorado | $49,970 |
| Wisconsin | $48,750 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Paperhangers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $70,790 per year, while Wisconsin has an average of $48,750 — a difference of $22,040. 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 Paperhangers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 1,570 workers were employed as Paperhangerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Construction and Extraction Occupations. The annual mean wage of $53,730 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 47-2142