Floor Sanders and Finishers pay in the United States
In the U.S., the median pay for floor sanders and finishers is $24.25 an hour ($50,440 a year). About 3,720 people work in this job there.
Pay range for floor sanders and finishers in the U.S.
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.82 | $37,070 |
| 25% of workers | $20.00 | $41,600 |
| Half of workers (median) | $24.25 | $50,440 |
| 75% of workers | $28.66 | $59,620 |
| 90% of workers | $33.82 | $70,340 |
Best-paying states for floor sanders and finishers
| State | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | $74,240 | 30 |
| Minnesota | $62,940 | 0 |
| Oregon | $62,020 | 0 |
| New York | $60,470 | 240 |
| Massachusetts | $58,230 | 0 |
| Washington | $55,620 | 90 |
| Colorado | $55,180 | 130 |
| Kentucky | $54,580 | 0 |
| Florida | $52,060 | 270 |
| Michigan | $51,400 | 0 |
Education, experience and outlook for floor sanders and finishers
- 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: +1.4% over ten years, little or no change · about 300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in the U.S.
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers | $57,020 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $58,930 |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $49,120 |
| Tile and Stone Setters | $55,690 |
| Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles | $56,460 |
| Furniture Finishers | $44,540 |
| Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters | $47,550 |
| Carpet Installers | $50,340 |
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