Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for drywall and ceiling tile installers is $22.84 an hour ($47,510 a year). About 1,150 people work in this job there.
That is 19% lower than the U.S. median ($58,930). Tennessee ranks 38th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for drywall and ceiling tile installers in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.90 | $37,220 |
| 25% of workers | $18.98 | $39,470 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.84 | $47,510 |
| 75% of workers | $27.18 | $56,540 |
| 90% of workers | $31.56 | $65,650 |
Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $50,640 | 500 |
| Memphis | $47,100 | 140 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $45,670 | 40 |
| Chattanooga | $45,170 | 60 |
| Clarksville | $39,480 | 40 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (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 Tennessee
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $50,830 |
| Roofers | $45,690 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $59,170 |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $48,410 |
| Insulation Workers, Mechanical | $46,380 |
| Reinforcing Iron and Rebar Workers | $57,920 |
| Construction Laborers | $45,000 |
| Electricians | $61,090 |
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