Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers pay in Colorado
In Colorado, the median pay for drywall and ceiling tile installers is $29.70 an hour ($61,780 a year). About 1,560 people work in this job there.
That is 5% higher than the U.S. median ($58,930). Colorado ranks 11th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for drywall and ceiling tile installers in Colorado
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.40 | $44,520 |
| 25% of workers | $23.43 | $48,730 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.70 | $61,780 |
| 75% of workers | $33.77 | $70,250 |
| 90% of workers | $38.20 | $79,460 |
Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers pay in Colorado metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial | $64,260 | 1,110 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland | $61,120 | 120 |
| Greeley | $59,830 | 50 |
| Colorado Springs | $57,080 | 100 |
| Grand Junction | $53,320 | 50 |
Colorado unemployment rate: 4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for drywall and ceiling tile installers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +2.5% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 6,600 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Colorado
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $62,830 |
| Roofers | $51,750 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $57,880 |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $50,800 |
| Tile and Stone Setters | $57,690 |
| Insulation Workers, Mechanical | $49,050 |
| Construction Laborers | $47,900 |
| Electricians | $62,230 |
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