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

How does experience change An Upholsterer's salary?

An Upholsterer's salary grows with experience: starting around $55,039 for beginners, reaching about $57,437 at mid-level, and approach $60,379 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 $62,261, California $62,025, Massachusetts $61,198. 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: $56,553; Automobile Upholsterer: $56,300; Furniture Upholsterer: $56,240.

Upholsterer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Upholsterer make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for an Upholsterer in Delaware is $56,947 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): $69,498
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,137 to $63,517
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,848

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Upholsterer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,517	$5,293	$1,221	$31
Average	$56,947	$4,746	$1,095	$27
25th Percentile	$51,137	$4,261	$983	$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): $55,039
Early Career (1-2 years): $55,213
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $57,437
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $60,183
Expert (over 8 years): $60,379

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Upholsterer	$55,039
Intermediate Level Upholsterer	$55,213
Senior Level Upholsterer	$57,437
Specialist Level Upholsterer	$60,183
Expert Level Upholsterer	$60,379

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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: $62,261.
California: $62,025.
Massachusetts: $61,198.

District of Columbia $62,261 California $62,025 Massachusetts $61,198 Washington $60,973 New Jersey $60,951 Alaska $60,872 Connecticut $60,096 New York $59,781

Hawaii $58,775 Rhode Island $58,302 Maryland $57,982 Minnesota $57,543 Colorado $57,375 Illinois $57,318 Oregon $57,105 Delaware $56,947

New Hampshire $56,848 Virginia $56,627 Pennsylvania $55,980 Nevada $55,654 North Dakota $55,547 Michigan $55,378 Wisconsin $55,316 Vermont $55,193

Texas $54,850 Maine $54,827 Arizona $54,793 Ohio $54,754 Georgia $54,237 Indiana $53,978 Wyoming $53,927 Utah $53,849

Iowa $53,815 Kansas $53,545 Louisiana $53,466 North Carolina $53,438 Missouri $53,427 Florida $53,208 Montana $53,090 Nebraska $52,977

Kentucky $52,915 South Carolina $52,690 Tennessee $52,550 Idaho $52,494 New Mexico $52,083 Oklahoma $51,993 Alabama $51,661 South Dakota $51,105

Arkansas $50,801 West Virginia $50,638 Mississippi $50,149

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: $56,691
Little Creek: $57,106
Magnolia: $57,024

Lincoln, DE $56,691 Little Creek, DE $57,106 Magnolia, DE $57,024 Milford, DE $56,835 Marydel, DE $56,928 Millsboro, DE $56,453 Millville, DE $56,540 Milton, DE $56,638

Nassau, DE $56,679 Ocean View, DE $56,530 Rehoboth Beach, DE $56,639 Seaford, DE $56,671 Selbyville, DE $56,437 Smyrna, DE $57,145 Viola, DE $56,882 Woodside, DE $57,035

Bear, DE $56,903 Newark, DE $56,882 Claymont, DE $56,998 Delaware City, DE $56,939 Hockessin, DE $56,877 Kirkwood, DE $56,928 Middletown, DE $56,950 Montchanin, DE $56,890

New Castle, DE $56,898 Odessa, DE $56,978 Port Penn, DE $57,016 Rockland, DE $56,895 Saint Georges, DE $56,932 Townsend, DE $57,020 Winterthur, DE $56,902 Lewes, DE $56,660

Wilmington, DE $56,880 Dover, DE $57,106 Dover Afb, DE $56,805 Bethany Beach, DE $56,471 Bethel, DE $56,529 Bridgeville, DE $56,663 Camden Wyoming, DE $56,945 Cheswold, DE $57,087

Clayton, DE $57,089 Dagsboro, DE $56,432 Delmar, DE $56,341 Ellendale, DE $56,512 Felton, DE $56,830 Fenwick Island, DE $56,444 Frankford, DE $56,345 Frederica, DE $56,886

Georgetown, DE $56,410 Greenwood, DE $56,672 Harbeson, DE $56,470 Harrington, DE $56,758 Hartly, DE $56,935 Houston, DE $56,677 Kenton, DE $57,092 Laurel, DE $56,376

Yorklyn, DE $56,894

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 June 01, 2026

$51,137

Average $56,947/year

$63,517

$4,261

Average $4,746/month

$5,293

$983

Average $1,095/week

$1,221

$25

Average $27/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,517	$5,293	$1,221	$31
Average	$56,947	$4,746	$1,095	$27
25th Percentile	$51,137	$4,261	$983	$25

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