What are the main factors that influence an Upholsterer's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Upholsterer?

The Hospitality & Leisure industry offers the highest average compensation for Upholsterer roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change An Upholsterer's salary?

An Upholsterer's salary grows with experience: starting around $55,048 for beginners, reaching about $57,447 at mid-level, and approach $60,390 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Upholsterer?

Upholsterer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Upholsterer roles are District of Columbia $62,271, California $62,035, Massachusetts $61,208. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Upholsterer roles make?

Salaries for Upholsterer level roles vary by specialization: Inside Upholsterer: $56,562; Automobile Upholsterer: $56,300; Furniture Upholsterer: $56,250.

Upholsterer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Upholsterer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Upholsterer in Delaware is $56,956 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,513
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,144 to $63,529
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,853

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Upholsterer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,529	$5,294	$1,222	$31
Average	$56,956	$4,746	$1,095	$27
25th Percentile	$51,144	$4,262	$984	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Upholsterer Salaries

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

How Experience Level Affects Upholsterer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Upholsterer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $55,048
Early Career (1-2 years): $55,221
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $57,447
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $60,193
Expert (over 8 years): $60,390

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Upholsterer	$55,048
Intermediate Level Upholsterer	$55,221
Senior Level Upholsterer	$57,447
Specialist Level Upholsterer	$60,193
Expert Level Upholsterer	$60,390

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How Do Upholsterer 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 Upholsterers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $62,271.
California: $62,035.
Massachusetts: $61,208.

District of Columbia $62,271 California $62,035 Massachusetts $61,208 Washington $60,983 New Jersey $60,961 Alaska $60,882 Connecticut $60,106 New York $59,791

Hawaii $58,784 Rhode Island $58,312 Maryland $57,991 Minnesota $57,552 Colorado $57,384 Illinois $57,327 Oregon $57,114 Delaware $56,956

New Hampshire $56,857 Virginia $56,636 Pennsylvania $55,989 Nevada $55,663 North Dakota $55,556 Michigan $55,387 Wisconsin $55,325 Vermont $55,202

Texas $54,858 Maine $54,836 Arizona $54,802 Ohio $54,763 Georgia $54,245 Indiana $53,987 Wyoming $53,936 Utah $53,857

Iowa $53,824 Kansas $53,554 Louisiana $53,475 North Carolina $53,447 Missouri $53,436 Florida $53,216 Montana $53,098 Nebraska $52,986

Kentucky $52,924 South Carolina $52,699 Tennessee $52,558 Idaho $52,502 New Mexico $52,091 Oklahoma $52,001 Alabama $51,670 South Dakota $51,113

Arkansas $50,809 West Virginia $50,646 Mississippi $50,157

Top Paying Cities for Upholsterers

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: $56,700
Little Creek: $57,115
Magnolia: $57,033

Lincoln, DE $56,700 Little Creek, DE $57,115 Magnolia, DE $57,033 Milford, DE $56,844 Marydel, DE $56,937 Millsboro, DE $56,462 Millville, DE $56,549 Milton, DE $56,647

Nassau, DE $56,688 Ocean View, DE $56,540 Rehoboth Beach, DE $56,648 Seaford, DE $56,680 Selbyville, DE $56,446 Smyrna, DE $57,154 Viola, DE $56,891 Woodside, DE $57,044

Bear, DE $56,912 Newark, DE $56,891 Claymont, DE $57,007 Delaware City, DE $56,948 Hockessin, DE $56,886 Kirkwood, DE $56,937 Middletown, DE $56,959 Montchanin, DE $56,899

New Castle, DE $56,907 Odessa, DE $56,987 Port Penn, DE $57,025 Rockland, DE $56,905 Saint Georges, DE $56,941 Townsend, DE $57,029 Winterthur, DE $56,911 Lewes, DE $56,669

Wilmington, DE $56,889 Dover, DE $57,115 Dover Afb, DE $56,814 Bethany Beach, DE $56,480 Bethel, DE $56,538 Bridgeville, DE $56,672 Camden Wyoming, DE $56,954 Cheswold, DE $57,096

Clayton, DE $57,098 Dagsboro, DE $56,441 Delmar, DE $56,350 Ellendale, DE $56,521 Felton, DE $56,839 Fenwick Island, DE $56,453 Frankford, DE $56,354 Frederica, DE $56,896

Georgetown, DE $56,419 Greenwood, DE $56,681 Harbeson, DE $56,479 Harrington, DE $56,767 Hartly, DE $56,944 Houston, DE $56,686 Kenton, DE $57,101 Laurel, DE $56,385

Yorklyn, DE $56,903

Upholsterer Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Upholsterer salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $62,195. While startup companies pay approximate $52,679.

Upholsterer Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$52,679
Growth Stage	51~500	$55,690
Established	501~5000	$60,084
Enterprise	5000+	$62,195

Upholsterer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Upholsterer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Hospitality & Leisure and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Upholsterer positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Upholsterer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Upholsterer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Hospitality & Leisure	$79,739	$38.0	40%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$74,043	$36.0	30%
Transportation	$68,348	$33.0	20%
Business Services	$62,652	$30.0	10%

Upholsterer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Upholsterer'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 July 01, 2026

$51,144

Average $56,956/year

$63,529

$4,262

Average $4,746/month

$5,294

$984

Average $1,095/week

$1,222

$25

Average $27/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,529	$5,294	$1,222	$31
Average	$56,956	$4,746	$1,095	$27
25th Percentile	$51,144	$4,262	$984	$25

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