Paperhanger

Code: 47-2142.00

Also known as: Bill Board Poster, Bill Poster, Hanger, Paper Hanger, Paperhanger, Vinyl Hanger, Wall Covering Contractor, Wall Covering Installer, Wallpaper Hanger, Wallpaper Installer

Description: Paperhangers prepare walls and other surfaces to be papered. They then apply decorative fabrics, wallpaper or advertising posters. Although no formal education is required to be a Paperhanger, some do begin their career as a painter.

Paperhanger

Typical wages


10% $27,070
25% $34,390
Median $43,560
75% $55,550
90% $91,340
10% $13.02
25% $16.54
Median $20.94
75% $26.71
90% $43.91

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
5,600
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
5,500
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 500