The job outlook for Plasterers, Drywall Installers and Finishers and Lathers is considered Average because:

1. Employment grew at an average rate.

2. Hourly wages ($18.45) are close to the average ($18.07), and the rate of wage growth is above average.

3. The unemployment rate (10%) is above the 2004 average (7%).

1. What is a day in the life of a Plasterers, Drywall Installers and Finishers and Lathers like?
   Drywall installers and finishers perform some or all of the following duties: A. Measure, cut and fit drywall... more
2. What education do you need to become a Plasterers, Drywall Installers and Finishers and Lathers?
   1. Completion of secondary school is usually required. 2. Completion of a three- or four-year apprenticeship... more
3. What is the future Job Outlook for a Plasterers, Drywall Installers and Finishers and Lathers?
   Your job outlook will continue to be Average because: 1. The employment growth rate will likely be below average... more
4. How much does a Plasterers, Drywall Installers and Finishers and Lathers make?
   The average hourly wages for Plasterers, Drywall Installers and Finishers and Lathers is $18.45/HR, which is close to... more
5. What is the currently unemployment rate for a Plasterers, Drywall Installers and Finishers and Lathers"?
   10% of Plasterers, Drywall Installers and Finishers and Lathers are unemployed. This rate is close to the average for... more
6. How many Plasterers, Drywall Installers and Finishers and Lathers are employed part-time?
   7% of Plasterers, Drywall Installers and Finishers and Lathers are employed only on a part-time basis. There were... more
7. How many Plasterers, Drywall Installers and Finishers and Lathers are self-employed?
   Roughly 36% of Plasterers, Drywall Installers and Finishers and Lathers are self-employed. This is considered Above... more
8. What is the average age of a Plasterers, Drywall Installers and Finishers and Lathers?
   The retirement rate to 2009 will likely be average reflecting the age/retirement structure of the occupation. more