Career Outlook for Plasterers and Stucco Masons

Also known as:  Dry Plasterer, Journey Level Plasterer, Molding Plasterer, Ornamental Plasterer, Plasterer Apprentice, Stucco Plasterer, Stucco Worker, Swimming Pool Plasterer
The overall job outlook for Plasterer or Stucco Mason careers has been negative since 2004. Vacancies for this career have decreased by 51.88 percent nationwide in that time, with an average decline of 8.65 percent per year. Demand for Plasterers and Stucco Masons is expected to go up, with an expected 25,770 new jobs filled by 2018. This represents an annual increase of 12.19 percent over the next few years.
TOP STATES
There are currently more Plasterers and Stucco Masons in the following states
California 7,420
Texas 2,680
Florida 1,830
Nevada 1,600
New York 1,410
Arizona 1,280
New Mexico 720
BOTTOM STATES
The states below have the least number of filled positions for Plasterers and Stucco Masons
Connecticut 30
Puerto Rico 40
South Dakota 50
Iowa 50
West Virginia 70
Arkansas 70
New Hampshire 70