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Tapers Salary in Florida

Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:

How much do Tapers make in Florida?

Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics

$49,400
Median Annual Salary
▲ +23.3% vs 2024
$47,280
Mean Salary
$49,400
Median Salary
$23.75
Hourly Rate

Tapers salary by percentile in Florida

BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).

Tapers salary in Florida — 2025 BLS percentilesHorizontal bars showing 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th and 90th percentile annual salaries for Tapers in Florida.10thBottom 10% earn less than $39,020$39,02025th25% earn less than $39,740$39,740MedianHalf earn more than $49,400$49,40075th75% earn less than $52,880$52,88090thTop 10% earn more than $54,080$54,080

Tapers in Florida earn a median salary of $49,400 per year ($4,116/month). This is 23.9% below the national average of $64,908. Florida ranks #22 out of 27 states for Tapers pay. Salaries increased by 23.3% compared to 2024.

About This Job: Tapers

Seal joints between plasterboard or other wallboard to prepare wall surface for painting or papering.

Top Skills

Active Listening
2.88
Speaking
2.88
Monitoring
2.88
Time Management
2.75
Critical Thinking
2.62

Key Knowledge Areas

Building and Construction
4.03
English Language
2.64
Education and Training
2.53
Customer and Personal Service
2.48
Mechanical
2.38
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent (45.7% of workers)

Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor

Salary Range: Tapers in Florida

Salaries for Tapers in Florida range from $39,020 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $54,080 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $39,740 and $52,880.

Median $49,400
P10: $39,020 P25: $39,740 P75: $52,880 P90: $54,080
10th
$39,020
25th
$39,740
Median
$49,400
75th
$52,880
90th
$54,080
Percentile Annual Salary Hourly Rate Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level) $39,020 $18.76 $3,251
25th Percentile $39,740 $19.11 $3,311
Median (50th) $49,400 $23.75 $4,116
75th Percentile $52,880 $25.42 $4,406
90th Percentile (Experienced) $54,080 $26.00 $4,506

Note: The mean (average) salary of $47,280 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.

📊 How Does This Compare?

#22
Florida ranks #22 of 27 states
$64,908
National avg. for Tapers
-23.9%
vs. national average
Below Average

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Tapers Salary by State

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Tapers make in Florida?
The median annual salary for Tapers in Florida is $49,400 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $47,280.
What is the salary range for a Tapers in Florida?
Salaries for Tapers in Florida range from $39,020 at the 10th percentile to $54,080 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $39,740 and $52,880.
What is the starting salary for a Tapers in Florida?
Entry-level Tapers positions in Florida typically start around $39,020 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $39,740 (25th percentile).
What is the hourly rate for a Tapers in Florida?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Tapers in Florida is approximately $23.75 per hour.

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Data Source & Methodology

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.

Our Methodology · Data Sources · Source: BLS OEWS

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