Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers pay in Missouri
In Missouri, the median pay for drywall and ceiling tile installers is $30.09 an hour ($62,580 a year). About 550 people work in this job there.
That is 6% higher than the U.S. median ($58,930). Missouri ranks 9th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for drywall and ceiling tile installers in Missouri
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.27 | $46,310 |
| 25% of workers | $25.36 | $52,760 |
| Half of workers (median) | $30.09 | $62,580 |
| 75% of workers | $38.74 | $80,570 |
| 90% of workers | $44.12 | $91,780 |
Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis | $60,250 | 250 |
| Springfield | $56,550 | 60 |
| Kansas City | $46,720 | 530 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (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 Missouri
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $60,840 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $63,560 |
| Roofers | $48,570 |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $56,040 |
| Insulation Workers, Mechanical | $78,660 |
| Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles | $54,710 |
| Construction Laborers | $56,730 |
| Electricians | $65,410 |
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