How much does a paperhanger make in California?
$62,790a year
Median yearly pay for paperhangers in California. That is $30.19 an hour or $5,233 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.19
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 13
- Jobs in the state
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,690Median: $62,790Highest 10%: $97,120
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,690 | $27.74 | |
| 25th | $60,440 | $29.06 | |
| Median | $62,790 | $30.19 | |
| 75th | $72,710 | $34.96 | |
| 90th | $97,120 | $46.69 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| San Francisco, CA | $71,270 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for paperhangers.
| 1. California | $62,790 |
| 2. Pennsylvania | $61,800 |
| 3. New York | $60,230 |
| 4. Missouri | $59,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a paperhanger make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $30.19 ($62,790 a year).
Do paperhangers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $62,790 against $52,140 nationally, 20% more.
Where does California rank for paperhanger pay?
California ranks 1 of 13 states.
Which city in California pays paperhangers the most?
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA, with a median of $71,270 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.