Cover interior walls or ceilings of rooms with decorative wallpaper or fabric, or attach advertising posters on surfaces such as walls and billboards. May remove old materials or prepare surfaces to be papered.
Paperhangers
SOC: 47-2142 O*NET: 47-2142.00
Median Salary
$48,260
per year
Job Growth
📈 5.3%
Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
0.2
projected jobs/year
Education Level
High school diploma or equivalent
Job Zone 2
Cover interior walls or ceilings of rooms with decorative wallpaper or fabric, or attach advertising posters on surfaces such as walls and billboards. May remove old materials or prepare surfaces to be papered.
What does a Paperhangers do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$35,020
10th percentile
Early Career
$40,930
25th percentile
Median
$48,260
50th percentile
Experienced
$58,470
75th percentile
Top Earners
$69,470
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$35,020
25th
$40,930
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$48,260
Mean: $51,900
75th
$58,470
90th
$69,470
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $34,450 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $40,930 and $58,470
- •Salary spread is 36.3% around the median, showing moderate variation
- •Total national employment: 1,520 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:2,300
Top Industries
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services59.2%
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services59.2%
Advertising, Public Relations, and Related Services55.9%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+5.3%
Annual Openings:200
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)2,300
Current
2034 (Projected)2,500
+5.3%
+100
Employment Change
+5.3%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Paperhangers professionals work across the United States
Showing 11 of 11 locations
New York
250 jobs$56,3602.65x
Florida
110 jobs$47,0601.13x
Wisconsin
80 jobs$39,1302.93x
Ohio
70 jobs$44,7401.27x
New Jersey
60 jobs$58,2401.43x
Oklahoma
50 jobs$51,8103.22x
Michigan
50 jobs$47,1601.07x
Pennsylvania
30 jobs$56,6300.57x
California
0 jobs$57,3300.00x
Colorado
0 jobs$46,8300.00x
North Carolina
0 jobs$35,7400.00x
Understanding the Data
Location Quotient (LQ):
- • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
- • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
- • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average
Data Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024
Key Growth Factors
- •Average growth expected
What skills do you need?
Top 10 Most Important Skills
#1
Coordination
100%
#2
Speaking
70%
#3
Active Listening
40%
Skills Overview
Coordination
advanced5.0
100%
Speaking
intermediate3.5
70%
Active Listening
basic2.0
40%
Skills are rated on a scale of 0-5, with 5 being the most important. The complexity level indicates how advanced the skill typically needs to be.
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Coordination
advancedImportance100%
skills
5.0/5.0
Speaking
intermediateImportance70%
skills
3.5/5.0
Active Listening
basicImportance40%
skills
2.0/5.0
Highly Transferable Skills
These skills are valuable across multiple career paths, making career transitions easier:
Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles67%
2 shared skills
Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons67%
2 shared skills
Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners67%
2 shared skills
Baggage Porters and Bellhops60%
3 shared skills
Construction Laborers60%
3 shared skills
Costume Attendants60%
3 shared skills
Skills by Career Stage
Entry Level
Must Have:
- ✓Coordination
Mid Career
Expected:
- ✓Coordination
Senior Level
Mastery Required:
- ★Speaking
Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on developing the top 5 skills first - they have the highest impact on career success
- •Transferable skills open doors to related careers and provide flexibility
- •Balance technical skills with soft skills for well-rounded professional development
- •Entry-level positions prioritize foundational skills that can be built upon over time
What technology will you use?
Technology & Digital Skills
Essential technology proficiencies for Paperhangers
Technology Intensity
High
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires advanced digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Proficiency with specialized softwareTechnical documentationData analysis toolsSystem integration
🔥
Hot Technologies in Demand
These technologies are currently trending and highly sought after in this field
Microsoft Excel
🔥 Hot TechGoogle Docs
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Word
🔥 Hot TechTechnology Stack
Technology Stack Overview
Key technologies used in this career
Microsoft Excel
Google Docs
Microsoft Word
📚 Technology Learning Resources
Recommended Certifications
- •Vendor-specific software certifications
- •Industry-recognized technology credentials
- •Professional development courses
Online Learning Platforms
- •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
- •Coursera - University-level programs
- •Udemy - Practical skills training
💡 Technology Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
- •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
- •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
- •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers
What's the work environment like?
🏗️
Location
MIXED
💪
Physical Demand
MODERATE
👥
Team Orientation
SOME TEAM
🤝
Customer Interaction
OCCASIONAL
💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?
Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:
- •Are you comfortable working in mixed environments?
- •Can you meet moderate physical demands?
- •Do you enjoy some team team environments?
- •Are you comfortable working with safety protocols and protective equipment?
What are the key tasks?
Tasks & Responsibilities
20
Core Tasks
8
Daily Tasks
20
Work Activities
0
Emerging Tasks
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General Responsibilities (20)
1
Smooth strips or sections of paper with brushes or rollers to remove wrinkles and bubbles and to smooth joints.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities100% perform100%
2
Trim rough edges from strips, using straightedges and trimming knives.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities97% perform98%
3
Trim excess material at ceilings or baseboards, using knives.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities94% perform96%
4
Check finished wallcoverings for proper alignment, pattern matching, and neatness of seams.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities91% perform94%
5
Mark vertical guidelines on walls to align strips, using plumb bobs and chalk lines.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities88% perform92%
6
Cover interior walls and ceilings of rooms with decorative wallpaper or fabric, using hand tools.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities85% perform90%
7
Apply adhesives to the backs of paper strips, using brushes, or dunk strips of prepasted wallcovering in water, wiping off any excess adhesive.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities82% perform88%
8
Measure and cut strips from rolls of wallpaper or fabric, using shears or razors.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities79% perform86%
9
Place strips or sections of paper on surfaces, aligning section edges and patterns.
🟡Weekly
Importance:
General Responsibilities76% perform84%
10
Fill holes, cracks, and other surface imperfections preparatory to covering surfaces.
🟡Weekly
Importance:
General Responsibilities73% perform82%
💡 Key Takeaways
- •Daily tasks focus primarily on general responsibilities activities
- •35% of tasks are performed by most workers in this occupation
- •Career advancement brings increased leadership and strategic responsibilities
What career paths are available?
Career Pathways
0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase
Advancement Opportunities
Typical career progression paths from Paperhangers
💡 Career Planning Tips
- •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
- •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
- •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
- •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves
Is this career right for you?
Personality & Values Fit
Is This Career Right for You?
Paperhangers professionals typically have a RCA Holland code and highly value relationships
RRealistic
CConventional
AArtistic
Important Personality Traits
Work styles that contribute to success as a Paperhangers
Attention to Detail
CriticalAttention to Detail
Importance Level4.65
Dependability
CriticalDependability
Importance Level4.63
Initiative
Very ImportantInitiative
Importance Level4.31
Integrity
Very ImportantIntegrity
Importance Level4.25
Self-Control
Very ImportantSelf-Control
Importance Level4.23
Independence
Very ImportantIndependence
Importance Level4.22
Complete Work Styles Profile
Attention to Detail
4.7
Dependability
4.6
Initiative
4.3
Integrity
4.3
Self-Control
4.2
Independence
4.2
Stress Tolerance
4.1
Persistence
4.0
Cooperation
4.0
Achievement/Effort
4.0
💡 Tips for Career Fit Success
- •While personality fit is important, skills can be developed with practice and training
- •Consider informational interviews to better understand the day-to-day personality requirements
- •Work environments vary by employer - research specific companies for cultural fit
- •Your interests and values may evolve - reassess periodically throughout your career
What education is required?
Education Level
High school diploma or equivalent
Typical duration: High school diploma or GED
Preparation Level
Job Zone 2
Some Preparation Needed
Experience Needed
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful
📚 Education Requirement
Required Level:High school diploma or equivalent
These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work.
Training:
Training of a few months to a year
💼 Experience Requirement
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful
Common pathways to gain experience:
- • Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience
- • Vocational school programs (6 months to 2 years)
- • Industry certifications helpful
2
Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed
These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work.
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experienceVocational school programs (6 months to 2 years)Industry certifications helpful
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