At a Glance
Quick Answer
Glaziers earn a median $26.65/hr ($55,440/yr). Top-paying state: Illinois at $43.88/hr. True labor cost with burden: ~$35.98/hr.
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Overview
Wage Summary
Distribution
Wage Distribution
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024. Percentiles represent the wage below which a given percentage of workers fall.
Geography
Top-Paying Regions
Top-Paying States
| # | State | Median Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Illinois | $43.88 |
| 2 | New York | $41.22 |
| 3 | New Jersey | $39.55 |
| 4 | Oregon | $38.22 |
| 5 | Hawaii | $37.55 |
Top-Paying Metro Areas
| # | Metro Area | Median Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN-WI | $48.88 |
| 2 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ-PA | $46.22 |
| 3 | San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley, CA | $44.55 |
| 4 | Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $41.22 |
| 5 | Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $40.55 |
Cost Analysis
True Labor Cost
~$35.98/hr fully loaded
The base wage of $26.65/hr becomes approximately $35.98/hr after applying a 1.35x burden rate (payroll taxes, insurance, benefits, overhead).
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FAQ
Questions Contractors Ask
What is the average salary for glaziers?
The national median salary for glaziers is $55,440 per year ($26.65/hour). The mean hourly wage is $28.88. Entry-level workers (10th percentile) earn $16.88/hr while top earners (90th percentile) make $45.88/hr.
What states pay glaziers the most?
The top-paying states for glaziers are Illinois ($43.88/hr), New York ($41.22/hr), New Jersey ($39.55/hr), Oregon ($38.22/hr), Hawaii ($37.55/hr). These higher wages typically reflect strong union presence, high cost of living, and prevailing wage laws.
What is the true cost of hiring glaziers?
The true cost is typically 1.35x the base wage after adding payroll taxes (7.65% FICA), workers compensation insurance (varies by trade), general liability, health insurance, retirement contributions, and paid time off. For glaziers earning $26.65/hr, the fully loaded rate would be approximately $35.98/hr.
How many glaziers are employed in the US?
According to BLS data, there are approximately 54,800 glaziers employed in the United States.