How much does a paperhanger make in New York?
$60,230a year
Median yearly pay for paperhangers in New York. That is $28.96 an hour or $5,019 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.96
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 13
- Jobs in the state
- 300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,130Median: $60,230Highest 10%: $76,130
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,130 | $25.06 | |
| 25th | $57,230 | $27.51 | |
| Median | $60,230 | $28.96 | |
| 75th | $66,230 | $31.84 | |
| 90th | $76,130 | $36.60 |
Cities in New York
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $63,450 |
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 |
| 5. Indiana | $54,810 |
| 6. Wisconsin | $51,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a paperhanger make an hour in New York?
The median hourly pay in New York is $28.96 ($60,230 a year).
Do paperhangers make more in New York than the national average?
Yes: $60,230 against $52,140 nationally, 16% more.
Where does New York rank for paperhanger pay?
New York ranks 3 of 13 states.
Which city in New York pays paperhangers the most?
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, with a median of $63,450 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.