Upholsterers pay in the United States
In the U.S., the median pay for upholsterers is $22.28 an hour ($46,340 a year). About 20,140 people work in this job there.
Pay range for upholsterers in the U.S.
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.24 | $31,690 |
| 25% of workers | $17.95 | $37,340 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.28 | $46,340 |
| 75% of workers | $26.24 | $54,580 |
| 90% of workers | $30.66 | $63,770 |
Best-paying states for upholsterers
| State | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | $63,360 | 30 |
| Hawaii | $57,390 | 30 |
| Washington | $55,970 | 200 |
| North Dakota | $52,420 | 0 |
| Connecticut | $50,870 | 210 |
| Georgia | $50,760 | 780 |
| North Carolina | $50,600 | 4,050 |
| Maryland | $50,270 | 200 |
| Louisiana | $49,920 | 80 |
| Nevada | $49,880 | 220 |
Pay by state
- California · $48,580
- Florida · $37,840
- Georgia · $50,760
- Indiana · $45,080
- Michigan · $44,890
- Mississippi · $44,930
- North Carolina · $50,600
- Texas · $42,930
Education, experience and outlook for upholsterers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (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: -2.3% over ten years, declining · about 1,700 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in the U.S.
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Sewing Machine Operators | $36,670 |
| Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | $46,680 |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters | $51,330 |
| Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic | $46,170 |
| Furniture Finishers | $44,540 |
| Carpet Installers | $50,340 |
| Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hand | $42,660 |
| Painting, Coating, and Decorating Workers | $41,600 |
Other job titles for this job
Open upholsterers jobs on JAI Bot
No open jobs in this field right now. Search all jobs or set up a free job alert.
Hiring upholsterers? Use the free hiring guide for a job description and interview questions, then post the job on JAI Bot. Every job shows typical pay to job seekers.
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.