Median / Average Pay ($)
- $28.27 / hour (BLS.gov)
- $22.74 / hour (ZipRecruiter.com)
- $24.41 / hour (Jooble.org)
- $18.93 / hour (Zippia.com) (Finisher)
Services Provided
- Residential – Installing, texturing, and finishing drywall for new homes or remodeling projects, with occasional ongoing maintenance.
- Commercial – Setting drywall for office buildings, warehouses, and medical facilities while meeting all safety, fire-rating, and soundproofing requirements.
- Industrial – Installing, customizing, and repairing drywall in government buildings, factories, and other large-scale structures.
- Repair – Patching holes and repairing water damage or cracks, often catering to property managers, small businesses, and homeowners.
- Finishing – Taping, mudding, sanding, and sometimes applying custom textures like Venetian plaster.
- Supply and Distribution – Selling, delivering, and storing drywall materials, tools, and equipment for professionals and DIYers.