Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons Salary in New York (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons in New York, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New York Median
$52,000
per year
Hourly Rate
$25.00
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+28% vs US median
US median $40,470
State Rank
#2 of 25
state estimate

How much do Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons make in New York?

Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons in New York take home a median of $52,000 annually — roughly $25.00 an hour — which runs 28% above the national median of $40,470.

Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $40,100 while the top 10% make $52,000 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $49,570 and $52,000 a year.

Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons salary range in New York

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$40,100$19.28
25th percentile (early career)$49,570$23.83
50th percentile (median)$52,000$25.00
75th percentile (experienced)$52,000$25.00
90th percentile (top earners)$52,000$25.00

How New York compares

New York ranks 2nd out of 25 states and territories for Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Ohio$53,340
2New York$52,000
3Hawaii$51,540
4California$46,220
5Montana$44,720

Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons salary in other states

Ohio $53,340Hawaii $51,540California $46,220Montana $44,720Utah $44,500Virginia $43,160Connecticut $43,070Colorado $42,470Oregon $40,180Washington $39,360Maryland $39,080Idaho $38,760Nevada $38,330Louisiana $37,340Texas $37,040Indiana $36,550Tennessee $36,130Florida $36,010North Carolina $35,980New Mexico $35,860Georgia $35,430Arizona $32,000Michigan $30,300Mississippi $23,470

Working as Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons in New York

Nationally, about 7,000 people work as Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare New York pay ($52,000) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much do Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons make in New York?
The median Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons salary in New York is $52,000 per year, or about $25.00 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $40,100 at the entry level to $52,000 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons about 28% more than the national median of $40,470. New York ranks 2nd out of 25 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $52,000 a year. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.