California Median
$62,790
per year
Hourly Rate
$30.19
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+20% vs US median
US median $52,140
State Rank
#1 of 13
130 employed here
How much does a Paperhanger make in California?
Paperhangers in California take home a median of $62,790 annually — roughly $30.19 an hour — which runs 20% above the national median of $52,140.
Within California, entry-level pay starts around $57,690 while the top 10% make $97,120 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $60,440 and $72,710 a year.
Paperhanger salary range in California
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $57,690 | $27.74 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $60,440 | $29.06 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $62,790 | $30.19 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $72,710 | $34.96 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $97,120 | $46.69 |
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How California compares
California ranks 1st out of 13 states and territories for Paperhanger pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Paperhanger salary in other states
Pennsylvania $61,800New York $60,230Missouri $59,560Indiana $54,810Wisconsin $51,500Florida $48,780North Carolina $48,590Colorado $48,180Ohio $47,830South Carolina $46,800Washington $46,270Tennessee $46,010
Working as a Paperhanger in California
Nationally, about 2,000 people work as Paperhangers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare California pay ($62,790) 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 does a Paperhanger make in California?
The median Paperhanger salary in California is $62,790 per year, or about $30.19 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $57,690 at the entry level to $97,120 for the top 10% of earners.
How does California pay compare to the national average?
California pays Paperhangers about 20% more than the national median of $52,140. California ranks 1st out of 13 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is California a good state for Paperhangers?
Yes on pay — California pays above the national median for this occupation, at $62,790 a year. About 130 Paperhangers are employed in California. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in California?
The highest-paying occupations in California include Ophthalmologist, Except Pediatric ($400,150), Neurologist ($357,080), Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers ($353,900), 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.