Upholsterers pay in California
In California, the median pay for upholsterers is $23.36 an hour ($48,580 a year). About 1,640 people work in this job there.
That is 5% higher than the U.S. median ($46,340). California ranks 13th of 42 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for upholsterers in California
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.13 | $37,710 |
| 25% of workers | $20.31 | $42,240 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.36 | $48,580 |
| 75% of workers | $27.50 | $57,200 |
| 90% of workers | $30.20 | $62,810 |
Upholsterers pay in California metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont | $57,610 | 170 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara | $57,560 | 50 |
| San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad | $49,000 | 110 |
| Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario | $48,730 | 170 |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom | $48,700 | 40 |
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim | $47,630 | 940 |
California unemployment rate: 5.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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 California
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Sewing Machine Operators | $37,940 |
| Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | $49,030 |
| Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic | $49,190 |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters | $57,590 |
| Carpet Installers | $54,440 |
| Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hand | $44,450 |
| Furniture Finishers | $49,080 |
| Shoe and Leather Workers and Repairers | $38,130 |
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