Upholsterers Salary in Houston, TX
BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX
Median annual salary
$38,070
-17.6% vs national
Median hourly
$18.30
10th percentile
$27,060
90th percentile
$50,160
National median
$46,190
Compare Upholsterers salary & buying power
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Houston economic context
Unemployment rate
4.40%
2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
Median household income
$80,458
2023 • Census ACS
Upholsterers salary vs area income
47%
Median Upholsterers salary is 53% below the area median household income
Frequently asked questions
How much do Upholsterers make per hour in Houston?
The median hourly wage for Upholsterers in Houston, TX is $18.30, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.48 or more per hour.
Is Houston above or below average for Upholsterers salaries?
The median Upholsterers salary in Houston, TX is 17.6% below the national median of $46,190. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.
What is the entry-level salary for Upholsterers in Houston?
Entry-level Upholsterers (10th percentile) earn around $27,060 per year in Houston, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $27,800.