Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers pay in Virginia
In Virginia, the median pay for drywall and ceiling tile installers is $26.84 an hour ($55,840 a year). About 2,480 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($58,930). Virginia ranks 23rd of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for drywall and ceiling tile installers in Virginia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.77 | $39,040 |
| 25% of workers | $22.84 | $47,510 |
| Half of workers (median) | $26.84 | $55,840 |
| 75% of workers | $29.22 | $60,770 |
| 90% of workers | $34.29 | $71,330 |
Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers pay in Virginia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond | $49,260 | 360 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk | $48,920 | 270 |
| Lynchburg | $48,610 | 50 |
| Roanoke | $47,510 | 50 |
| Harrisonburg | $47,360 | 40 |
Virginia unemployment rate: 3.6% (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 Virginia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $55,690 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $52,220 |
| Roofers | $48,420 |
| Insulation Workers, Mechanical | $57,010 |
| Tile and Stone Setters | $48,880 |
| Construction Laborers | $43,560 |
| Electricians | $62,900 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $60,470 |
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