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Paperhangers vs. First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers: Salary Comparison (2026)

Paperhangerss earn a median salary of $48,260/year, while First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workerss earn $78,690/year - a difference of $30,430. First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workerss earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.

Paperhangers
First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers
Median salary
$48,260
$78,690
Hourly rate
$23.2/hr
$37.83/hr
Entry level (10th %)
$35,020
$51,290
Senior level (90th %)
$69,470
$126,690
Education required
Varies
Varies
U.S. employment
1,520
806,080
Job growth (10-year)
N/A
N/A
Category
Construction & Trades
Construction & Trades
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