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Tapers Salary in New York
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Tapers make in New York?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$77,790
Median Annual Salary
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+10.9% vs 2024
$82,070
Mean Salary
$77,790
Median Salary
$37.40
Hourly Rate
Tapers salary by percentile in New York
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Tapers in New York earn a median salary of $77,790 per year ($6,482/month).
This is 19.8% above the national average of $64,908.
New York ranks #6 out of 27 states for Tapers pay.
Salaries increased by 10.9% 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)
Salaries for Tapers in New York range from $52,900 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $108,660 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $66,820 and $101,030.
The median annual salary for Tapers in New York is $77,790 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $82,070.
What is the salary range for a Tapers in New York?
Salaries for Tapers in New York range from $52,900 at the 10th percentile to $108,660 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $66,820 and $101,030.
What is the starting salary for a Tapers in New York?
Entry-level Tapers positions in New York typically start around $52,900 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $66,820 (25th percentile).
What is the hourly rate for a Tapers in New York?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Tapers in New York is approximately $37.40 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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