How much does a paperhanger make in North Carolina?
$48,590a year
Median yearly pay for paperhangers in North Carolina. That is $23.36 an hour or $4,049 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.36
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 13
- Jobs in the state
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $25,070Median: $48,590Highest 10%: $58,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $25,070 | $12.05 | |
| 25th | $35,930 | $17.27 | |
| Median | $48,590 | $23.36 | |
| 75th | $51,190 | $24.61 | |
| 90th | $58,600 | $28.17 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for paperhangers.
| 5. Indiana | $54,810 |
| 6. Wisconsin | $51,500 |
| 7. Florida | $48,780 |
| 8. North Carolina | $48,590 |
| 9. Colorado | $48,180 |
| 10. Ohio | $47,830 |
| 11. South Carolina | $46,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a paperhanger make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $23.36 ($48,590 a year).
Do paperhangers make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $48,590 against $52,140 nationally, 7% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for paperhanger pay?
North Carolina ranks 8 of 13 states.
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.