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Paperhangers Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Paperhangers make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$62,790
Median Annual Salary
▲
+9.5% vs 2024
$70,790
Mean Salary
$62,790
Median Salary
$30.19
Hourly Rate
130 people work as Paperhangers in California
Paperhangers salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Paperhangers in California earn a median salary of $62,790 per year ($5,232/month).
This is 19.5% above the national average of $52,550.
California ranks #1 out of 13 states for Paperhangers pay.
Approximately 130 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 9.5% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Paperhangers
Cover interior walls or ceilings of rooms with decorative wallpaper or fabric, or attach advertising posters on surfaces such as walls and billboards. May remove old materials or prepare surfaces to be papered.
Top Skills
Active Listening
3.0
Speaking
3.0
Coordination
3.0
Critical Thinking
2.88
Time Management
2.88
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
3.73
Building and Construction
3.54
Mathematics
3.27
Mechanical
3.05
Administration and Management
3.02
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(54.1% of workers)
Salaries for Paperhangers in California range from $57,690 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $97,120 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $60,440 and $72,710.
Median $62,790
P10: $57,690P25: $60,440P75: $72,710P90: $97,120
10th
$57,690
25th
$60,440
Median
$62,790
75th
$72,710
90th
$97,120
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$57,690
$27.74
$4,807
25th Percentile
$60,440
$29.06
$5,036
Median (50th)
$62,790
$30.19
$5,232
75th Percentile
$72,710
$34.96
$6,059
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$97,120
$46.69
$8,093
Note: The mean (average) salary of $70,790 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Paperhangers in California is $62,790 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $70,790.
What is the salary range for a Paperhangers in California?
Salaries for Paperhangers in California range from $57,690 at the 10th percentile to $97,120 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $60,440 and $72,710.
What is the starting salary for a Paperhangers in California?
Entry-level Paperhangers positions in California typically start around $57,690 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $60,440 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Paperhangers in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 130 people are employed as Paperhangers in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Paperhangers in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Paperhangers in California is approximately $30.19 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 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.
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