How much does a Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers make in California?
Last updated: 2024 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Apply plasterboard or other wallboard to ceilings or interior walls of buildings. Apply or mount acoustical tiles or blocks, strips, or sheets of shock-absorbing materials to ceilings and walls of buildings to reduce or reflect sound. Materials may be of decorative quality. Includes lathers who fasten wooden, metal, or rockboard lath to walls, ceilings, or partitions of buildings to provide support base for plaster, fireproofing, or acoustical material.
Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor
Salaries for Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers in California range from $45,950 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $122,130 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $58,020 and $93,520.
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $45,950 | $22.09 | $3,829 |
| 25th Percentile | $58,020 | $27.89 | $4,835 |
| Median (50th) | $65,880 | $31.67 | $5,490 |
| 75th Percentile | $93,520 | $44.96 | $7,793 |
| 90th Percentile (Experienced) | $122,130 | $58.72 | $10,177 |
Note: The mean (average) salary of $76,210 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
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Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2024 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
Our Methodology · Data Sources · Source: BLS OEWS