Upholsterers pay in Florida
In Florida, the median pay for upholsterers is $18.19 an hour ($37,840 a year). About 1,530 people work in this job there.
That is 18% lower than the U.S. median ($46,340). Florida ranks 39th of 42 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for upholsterers in Florida
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.23 | $31,670 |
| 25% of workers | $17.33 | $36,050 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.19 | $37,840 |
| 75% of workers | $23.41 | $48,700 |
| 90% of workers | $27.15 | $56,470 |
Upholsterers pay in Florida metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville | $46,260 | 50 |
| Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford | $46,230 | 220 |
| North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota | $43,920 | 50 |
| Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach | $37,840 | 570 |
| Cape Coral-Fort Myers | $36,930 | 50 |
| Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater | $36,760 | 220 |
| Jacksonville | $36,200 | 90 |
Florida unemployment rate: 4.5% (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 Florida
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Sewing Machine Operators | $33,270 |
| Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | $46,360 |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters | $46,880 |
| Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic | $45,030 |
| Furniture Finishers | $45,600 |
| Painting, Coating, and Decorating Workers | $37,440 |
| Carpet Installers | $48,580 |
| Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hand | $39,480 |
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