What are the main factors that influence a Framing Contractor's salary?

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

How does experience change A Framing Contractor's salary?

A Framing Contractor's salary grows with experience: starting around $59,362 for beginners, reaching about $61,433 at mid-level, and approach $64,884 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Framing Contractor?

Framing Contractor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Framing Contractor roles are District of Columbia $63,581, California $63,340, Massachusetts $62,496. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Framing Contractor roles make?

Salaries for Framing Contractor level roles vary by specialization: Custom Framing Manager: $116,953; Framing Installed Sales Manager: $101,499; Framing Foreman: $89,556; Contractor: $64,154; Framing Associate: $61,684.

Framing Contractor Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Framing Contractor make in Hawaii?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Framing Contractor in Hawaii is $60,021 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,948
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,242 to $66,264
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,070

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Framing Contractor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,264	$5,522	$1,274	$32
Average	$60,021	$5,002	$1,154	$29
25th Percentile	$53,242	$4,437	$1,024	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Framing Contractor Salaries

A Framing Contractor'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 Framing Contractor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Framing Contractor'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): $59,362
Early Career (1-2 years): $59,550
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $61,433
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $63,898
Expert (over 8 years): $64,884

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Framing Contractor	$59,362
Intermediate Level Framing Contractor	$59,550
Senior Level Framing Contractor	$61,433
Specialist Level Framing Contractor	$63,898
Expert Level Framing Contractor	$64,884

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How Do Framing Contractor 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 Framing Contractors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $63,581.
California: $63,340.
Massachusetts: $62,496.

District of Columbia $63,581 California $63,340 Massachusetts $62,496 Washington $62,266 New Jersey $62,243 Alaska $62,163 Connecticut $61,370 New York $61,049

Hawaii $60,021 Rhode Island $59,538 Maryland $59,211 Minnesota $58,763 Colorado $58,591 Illinois $58,534 Oregon $58,315 Delaware $58,155

New Hampshire $58,053 Virginia $57,827 Pennsylvania $57,167 Nevada $56,834 North Dakota $56,725 Michigan $56,552 Wisconsin $56,489 Vermont $56,363

Texas $56,013 Maine $55,990 Arizona $55,955 Ohio $55,915 Georgia $55,387 Indiana $55,122 Wyoming $55,071 Utah $54,990

Iowa $54,956 Kansas $54,680 Louisiana $54,600 North Carolina $54,571 Missouri $54,560 Florida $54,336 Montana $54,215 Nebraska $54,100

Kentucky $54,037 South Carolina $53,807 Tennessee $53,664 Idaho $53,606 New Mexico $53,187 Oklahoma $53,095 Alabama $52,757 South Dakota $52,188

Arkansas $51,878 West Virginia $51,711 Mississippi $51,212

Top Paying Cities for Framing Contractors

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:

Aiea: $59,696
Anahola: $58,913
Captain Cook: $58,854

Aiea, HI $59,696 Anahola, HI $58,913 Captain Cook, HI $58,854 Eleele, HI $59,033 Ewa Beach, HI $59,643 Kapolei, HI $59,595 Haiku, HI $58,957 Hakalau, HI $58,825

Haleiwa, HI $59,480 Hana, HI $58,816 Hanalei, HI $58,836 Hanamaulu, HI $58,956 Hanapepe, HI $59,030 Hauula, HI $59,571 Hawaii National Park, HI $58,893 Hawi, HI $58,991

Hilo, HI $58,950 Princeville, HI $58,944 Holualoa, HI $58,877 Honaunau, HI $58,776 Honokaa, HI $58,852 Honomu, HI $58,944 Hoolehua, HI $58,776 Kaaawa, HI $59,591

Kahuku, HI $59,463 Kahului, HI $59,093 Kailua, HI $59,677 Ocean View, HI $58,926 Waikoloa, HI $58,921 Keauhou, HI $58,877 Kailua Kona, HI $58,949 Kalaheo, HI $58,962

Kalaupapa, HI $58,722 Kamuela, HI $58,882 Kaneohe, HI $59,664 Kapaa, HI $59,026 Kaumakani, HI $59,058 Kaunakakai, HI $58,846 Keaau, HI $58,990 Kealakekua, HI $58,959

Kealia, HI $58,979 Kekaha, HI $58,919 Kihei, HI $59,033 Kilauea, HI $58,945 Kapaau, HI $58,900 Koloa, HI $58,971 Kualapuu, HI $58,829 Kunia, HI $59,576

Kurtistown, HI $58,960 Lahaina, HI $58,972 Laie, HI $59,515 Lanai City, HI $58,829 Laupahoehoe, HI $58,977 Lawai, HI $59,058 Lihue, HI $58,956 Makawao, HI $59,002

Makaweli, HI $58,825 Maunaloa, HI $58,687 Mountain View, HI $58,929 Naalehu, HI $58,810 Ninole, HI $58,771 Ookala, HI $58,790 Paauilo, HI $58,861 Pahala, HI $58,826

Pahoa, HI $58,904 Paia, HI $58,975 Papaaloa, HI $58,985 Papaikou, HI $58,863 Pearl City, HI $59,653 Pepeekeo, HI $58,977 Puunene, HI $59,093 Volcano, HI $58,893

Wahiawa, HI $59,551 Pukalani, HI $59,002 Mililani, HI $59,622 Kula, HI $58,880 Waialua, HI $59,448 Waianae, HI $59,503 Wailuku, HI $59,001 Waimanalo, HI $59,665

Waimea, HI $59,053 Waipahu, HI $59,627 Honolulu, HI $59,716 J B P H H, HI $59,706 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $59,583 Schofield Barracks, HI $59,565 Fort Shafter, HI $59,716 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $59,716

Camp H M Smith, HI $59,703 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $59,645 Wake Island, HI $59,716

Framing Contractor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Framing Contractor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 58% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 28% above the average. In contrast, Framing Contractor positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Framing Contractor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Framing Contractor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$76,827	$37.0	28%
Biotechnology	$75,026	$36.0	25%
Internet	$70,825	$34.0	18%
Aerospace & Defense	$68,424	$33.0	14%
Energy & Utilities	$66,023	$32.0	10%

Framing Contractor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Framing Contractor'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

$53,242

Average $60,021/year

$66,264

$4,437

Average $5,002/month

$5,522

$1,024

Average $1,154/week

$1,274

$26

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,264	$5,522	$1,274	$32
Average	$60,021	$5,002	$1,154	$29
25th Percentile	$53,242	$4,437	$1,024	$26

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