Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers Salary in Arizona

$26,391 $85,646
10th pct Median: $49,794 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$26,391
25th Percentile$35,852
50th (Median)$49,794
75th Percentile$68,716
90th (Top Earners)$85,646
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Arizona median salary of $49,794 for Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers has the purchasing power of approximately $48,017 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Arizona's higher cost of living (COL index: 103.7) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers make in Arizona?
Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers in Arizona earn a median annual salary of $49,794 per year ($23.94/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $50,810.
Is Arizona a good state for Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers?
Arizona pays slightly below the national average for drywall and ceiling tile installers. Cost of living in Arizona is near the national average (COL index: 103.7).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers in Arizona?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 103.7 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $49,794 salary in Arizona has the purchasing power of approximately $48,017 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Arizona reduce real purchasing power.
How does Arizona compare to neighboring states for Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Arizona

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Radiologists $303,722
2 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $300,096
3 Neurologists $289,688
4 Surgeons, All Other $288,630
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $266,442
6 Physicians, Pathologists $239,042
7 General Internal Medicine Physicians $238,473
8 Obstetricians and Gynecologists $234,416
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers in Arizona

Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the construction trades sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: High school diploma

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