Print Binding and Finishing Workers Salary in U.S. (2024)
The median pay for a print binding and finishing workers in U.S. is $39,820/year ($19.14/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $31K at the entry level to $58K for experienced workers.
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AffordMap analysis of BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024
So what does $40K get you in U.S.?
About print binding and finishing workers
Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, U.S.
Entry-level print binding and finishing workers (10th percentile) start around $31K. Mid-career wages sit at $40K.Top earners bring in $58K or more - a $27K spread from bottom to top.
Print Binding and Finishing Workers pay across states
Median income ranked highest to lowest, compared to the national figure
| State | Median salary | vs. national | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | $90K | +126% | 120 |
| Delaware | $57K | +44% | 70 |
| Minnesota | $48K | +20% | 1,860 |
| New Hampshire | $47K | +19% | 140 |
| Illinois | $47K | +18% | 2,590 |
| Maryland | $47K | +17% | 490 |
| New Jersey | $46K | +15% | 1,490 |
| Massachusetts | $45K | +13% | 720 |
| Alaska | $45K | +13% | 50 |
| Washington | $45K | +12% | 500 |
| Oregon | $44K | +11% | 340 |
| Pennsylvania | $44K | +10% | 1,630 |
| Maine | $44K | +10% | 260 |
| Virginia | $44K | +10% | 970 |
| California | $43K | +8% | 1,400 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do print binding and finishing workers make in U.S.?
The median is $39,820 a year - that works out to about $19.14 an hour. The range is wide: entry-level workers start around $31,110, and experienced print binding and finishing workers can clear $57,980. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $40K enough to live in U.S.?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,836/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,412/month, which eats 49.8% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb - housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a print binding and finishing workers salary go in U.S.?
U.S. has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median print binding and finishing workers salary is worth about $39,820 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do print binding and finishing workers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.