Top 7 cities for floor sanders and finishers by average salary
| Minneapolis, MN | $62,410 |
|---|---|
| Washington, DC | $57,660 |
| Boston, MA | $56,990 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $54,530 |
| Cleveland, OH | $47,910 |
| Atlanta, GA | $47,490 |
| Raleigh, NC | $41,440 |
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Floor Sanders and Finishers salary by state
Utah pays floor sanders and finishers the most statewide, $72,820 a year on average. Statewide columns cover every employer in the state; city columns cover the metro areas we publish.
| State | Statewide average | Statewide median | Jobs | Metros | Highest city average | Lowest city average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah | $72,820 | $74,240 | 30 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Oregon | $62,290 | $62,020 | n/a | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| New York | $61,700 | $60,470 | 240 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Indiana | $61,040 | $46,520 | n/a | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Minnesota | $60,900 | $62,940 | n/a | 1 | $62,410 | $62,410 |
| Kentucky | $58,710 | $54,580 | n/a | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Washington, D.C. | n/a | n/a | n/a | 1 | $57,660 | $57,660 |
| Washington | $57,130 | $55,620 | 90 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Massachusetts | $55,930 | $58,230 | n/a | 1 | $56,990 | $56,990 |
| Maryland | $55,410 | $51,100 | n/a | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Colorado | $54,080 | $55,180 | 130 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Pennsylvania | $51,750 | $45,450 | 30 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Missouri | $50,430 | $48,540 | n/a | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Ohio | $49,570 | $48,000 | n/a | 2 | $54,530 | $47,910 |
| Florida | $49,190 | $52,060 | 270 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Michigan | $48,850 | $51,400 | n/a | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| New Hampshire | $48,680 | $47,310 | n/a | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Iowa | $48,550 | $46,810 | 30 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Georgia | $46,780 | $40,530 | n/a | 1 | $47,490 | $47,490 |
| Virginia | $46,410 | $46,860 | 110 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Texas | $45,220 | $40,120 | 140 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Nebraska | $44,580 | $43,880 | n/a | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| South Carolina | $43,350 | $44,310 | 60 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| North Carolina | $40,520 | $39,170 | 190 | 1 | $41,440 | $41,440 |
| Puerto Rico | $22,360 | $21,980 | n/a | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Floor Sanders and Finishers salary in every city we cover
Sort by any column. Each city links to its pay range, take-home pay and cost of living.
| Metro area | Average | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis, MN | $62,410 | $62,940 | $30.00 | n/a |
| Washington, DC | $57,660 | $54,580 | $27.72 | n/a |
| Boston, MA | $56,990 | $63,290 | $27.40 | n/a |
| Cincinnati, OH | $54,530 | $56,800 | $26.22 | n/a |
| Cleveland, OH | $47,910 | $47,800 | $23.03 | n/a |
| Atlanta, GA | $47,490 | $40,530 | $22.83 | n/a |
| Raleigh, NC | $41,440 | $39,920 | $19.92 | 30 |
Related jobs
- CarpentersU.S. average $65,630
- Cement Masons and Concrete FinishersU.S. average $60,050
- Construction LaborersU.S. average $52,030
- Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment OperatorsU.S. average $66,290
- ElectriciansU.S. average $71,490
- Painters, Construction and MaintenanceU.S. average $55,420
- Plumbers, Pipefitters, and SteamfittersU.S. average $72,170
- Sheet Metal WorkersU.S. average $67,850
Floor Sanders and Finishers salary: questions
Where do floor sanders and finishers make the most money?
In Minneapolis, MN, with an average of $62,410 a year, among the 7 metro areas we cover.
What is the average floor sanders and finishers salary in the U.S.?
$52,460 a year nationwide (BLS OEWS national estimates, May 2025); the median is $50,440, so half of floor sanders and finishers earn more than that and half less.
What salary should floor sanders and finishers ask for?
Start from the figures for your city: the middle half of floor sanders and finishers nationwide earn between $41,600 (25th percentile) and $59,620 (75th percentile). Newer workers usually start near the 25th percentile and experienced ones can ask for the 75th; each city page shows the local range. See how to read salary percentiles.
Which state pays floor sanders and finishers the most?
Utah, with a statewide average of $72,820 a year (BLS state estimates, May 2025).
Where is floor sanders and finishers pay the lowest?
Raleigh, NC, at $41,440 a year on average. Lower pay often comes with lower prices: check the cost of living on each city page.
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 47-2043.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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