Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers pay in North Carolina
In North Carolina, the median pay for drywall and ceiling tile installers is $21.67 an hour ($45,080 a year). About 1,520 people work in this job there.
That is 24% lower than the U.S. median ($58,930). North Carolina ranks 44th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for drywall and ceiling tile installers in North Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.11 | $31,420 |
| 25% of workers | $17.43 | $36,240 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.67 | $45,080 |
| 75% of workers | $24.29 | $50,530 |
| 90% of workers | $28.93 | $60,180 |
Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers pay in North Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Wilmington | $57,540 | 100 |
| Greensboro-High Point | $50,530 | 120 |
| Asheville | $46,340 | 60 |
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia | $45,900 | 440 |
| Raleigh-Cary | $45,900 | 360 |
| Fayetteville | $45,120 | 50 |
| Winston-Salem | $44,540 | 80 |
North Carolina 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 North Carolina
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $49,100 |
| Roofers | $49,010 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $50,730 |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $42,990 |
| Insulation Workers, Mechanical | $48,430 |
| Tile and Stone Setters | $44,650 |
| Construction Laborers | $44,720 |
| Electricians | $56,800 |
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