What are the main factors that influence a Drywall Installer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for a Drywall Installer?

Drywall Installer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Drywall Installer roles are District of Columbia $60,354, California $60,125, Massachusetts $59,324. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Drywall Installer roles make?

Salaries for Drywall Installer level roles vary by specialization: Drywall Estimator: $88,811; Drywall Foreman: $86,679; Drywall Technician: $61,403; Drywall Taper: $59,683; Drywall Painter: $57,062.

Drywall Installer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Drywall Installer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Drywall Installer in Delaware is $55,203 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

However, a Drywall Installer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,193
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,738 to $66,714
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,120

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Drywall Installer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,714	$5,559	$1,283	$32
Average	$55,203	$4,600	$1,062	$27
25th Percentile	$45,738	$3,811	$880	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Drywall Installer Salaries

A Drywall Installer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Drywall Installer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Drywall Installers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $60,354.
California: $60,125.
Massachusetts: $59,324.

District of Columbia $60,354 California $60,125 Massachusetts $59,324 Washington $59,106 New Jersey $59,084 Alaska $59,008 Connecticut $58,256 New York $57,951

Hawaii $56,975 Rhode Island $56,517 Maryland $56,206 Minnesota $55,781 Colorado $55,617 Illinois $55,563 Oregon $55,356 Delaware $55,203

New Hampshire $55,107 Virginia $54,892 Pennsylvania $54,266 Nevada $53,949 North Dakota $53,846 Michigan $53,682 Wisconsin $53,622 Vermont $53,502

Texas $53,170 Maine $53,148 Arizona $53,115 Ohio $53,077 Georgia $52,576 Indiana $52,325 Wyoming $52,276 Utah $52,200

Iowa $52,167 Kansas $51,905 Louisiana $51,829 North Carolina $51,802 Missouri $51,791 Florida $51,578 Montana $51,464 Nebraska $51,355

Kentucky $51,295 South Carolina $51,077 Tennessee $50,940 Idaho $50,886 New Mexico $50,488 Oklahoma $50,401 Alabama $50,079 South Dakota $49,539

Arkansas $49,245 West Virginia $49,087 Mississippi $48,613

Top Paying Cities for Drywall Installers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $57,133
Little Creek: $56,604
Magnolia: $56,838

Lincoln, DE $57,133 Little Creek, DE $56,604 Magnolia, DE $56,838 Milford, DE $57,133 Marydel, DE $56,392 Millsboro, DE $57,133 Millville, DE $57,514 Milton, DE $57,133

Nassau, DE $57,133 Ocean View, DE $57,514 Rehoboth Beach, DE $57,514 Seaford, DE $56,533 Selbyville, DE $57,514 Smyrna, DE $56,326 Viola, DE $56,838 Woodside, DE $56,675

Bear, DE $55,912 Newark, DE $55,934 Claymont, DE $55,977 Delaware City, DE $55,934 Hockessin, DE $55,977 Kirkwood, DE $55,934 Middletown, DE $56,212 Montchanin, DE $55,977

New Castle, DE $55,977 Odessa, DE $56,288 Port Penn, DE $55,781 Rockland, DE $55,977 Saint Georges, DE $55,934 Townsend, DE $56,206 Winterthur, DE $55,977 Lewes, DE $57,133

Wilmington, DE $55,977 Dover, DE $56,577 Dover Afb, DE $56,708 Bethany Beach, DE $57,514 Bethel, DE $56,533 Bridgeville, DE $57,133 Camden Wyoming, DE $56,637 Cheswold, DE $56,446

Clayton, DE $56,304 Dagsboro, DE $57,514 Delmar, DE $56,533 Ellendale, DE $57,133 Felton, DE $57,133 Fenwick Island, DE $57,514 Frankford, DE $57,514 Frederica, DE $57,133

Georgetown, DE $57,133 Greenwood, DE $57,133 Harbeson, DE $57,133 Harrington, DE $57,133 Hartly, DE $56,277 Houston, DE $57,133 Kenton, DE $56,304 Laurel, DE $56,533

Yorklyn, DE $55,977

Drywall Installer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Drywall Installer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$45,738

Average $55,203/year

$66,714

$3,811

Average $4,600/month

$5,559

$880

Average $1,062/week

$1,283

$22

Average $27/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,714	$5,559	$1,283	$32
Average	$55,203	$4,600	$1,062	$27
25th Percentile	$45,738	$3,811	$880	$22

Drywall Installer Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Drywall Installer, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Installation Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $107,645 - a projected growth of 95% over your current level.

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