Tapers pay in the United States
In the U.S., the median pay for tapers is $32.82 an hour ($68,270 a year). About 12,840 people work in this job there.
Pay range for tapers in the U.S.
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.00 | $43,670 |
| 25% of workers | $25.35 | $52,730 |
| Half of workers (median) | $32.82 | $68,270 |
| 75% of workers | $42.57 | $88,540 |
| 90% of workers | $51.50 | $107,110 |
Best-paying states for tapers
| State | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $113,180 | 320 |
| Hawaii | $95,490 | 170 |
| Pennsylvania | $82,240 | 60 |
| Washington | $79,040 | 1,550 |
| Minnesota | $78,090 | 220 |
| New York | $77,790 | 0 |
| Kansas | $74,120 | 30 |
| Ohio | $73,840 | 110 |
| California | $73,460 | 4,540 |
| Oregon | $71,450 | 500 |
Pay by state
- Arizona · $56,300
- California · $73,460
- Massachusetts · $65,060
- Nevada · $60,690
- Oregon · $71,450
- Washington · $79,040
Education, experience and outlook for tapers
- 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: -1.6% over ten years, little or no change · about 900 openings a year (BLS)
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Post a job freeFind jobsCheck pay for any jobSource: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates. Figures are for wage and salary workers and do not include the self-employed. The median is the middle wage: half earn more, half earn less. Other job titles: O*NET 31.0 Database by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA), used under the CC BY 4.0 license; O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA. JAI Bot has modified this information; USDOL/ETA has not approved, endorsed, or tested these modifications.