Hourly Wage for Insulation Worker Salary in the United States

How much does an Insulation Worker make hourly?

As of May 18, 2021, the average hourly rate for an Insulation Worker in the United States is $23, which translates to an annual salary of about $48,562.

However, the hourly wage can vary significantly based on several factors. Here’s a detailed look at the typical pay range per hour:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $33 per hour
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $19 to $29 per hour
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $15 per hour
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Insulation Worker Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $59,367 $4,947 $1,142 $29
Average $48,562 $4,047 $934 $23
25th Percentile $39,478 $3,290 $759 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Insulation Worker Salaries

An Insulation Worker's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

Top Paying Cities for Insulation Workers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $61,251
  • San Francisco: $60,649
  • Oakland: $59,304

What Skills Can Increase an Insulation Worker's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 25% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Diversity and Inclusion (Mentioned in 25% Job Postings): Developing and promoting acquaintance, empowerment, and integration of each unique individual to create a productive and safe working environment.
  • Support Services (Mentioned in 25% Job Postings): Support Services means those activities provided to or on behalf of a person in the areas of personal care and assistance and property maintenance in order to allow a person to live in the least restrictive environment.
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Commitment 25%
Diversity and Inclusion 25%
Support Services 25%

Insulation Worker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Insulation Worker's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

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FAQ about Insulation Worker

1. What are the responsibilities of Insulation Worker?

Applies insulating material to exposed surfaces of structures such as air ducts, hot and cold pipes, storage tanks, and cold storage rooms. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager.

2. What are the skills of Insulation Worker

Specify the abilities and skills that a person needs in order to carry out the specified job duties. Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Commitment: An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.

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Diversity and Inclusion: Developing and promoting acquaintance, empowerment, and integration of each unique individual to create a productive and safe working environment.

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Support Services: Support Services means those activities provided to or on behalf of a person in the areas of personal care and assistance and property maintenance in order to allow a person to live in the least restrictive environment.

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