Workers comp rates for code 4251: Paper Coating or Finishing
NCCI class code 4251 covers Paper Coating or Finishing in the manufacturing industry. The median rate across 22 states is $1.78 per $100 payroll. Rates range from $0.580 in Utah to $4.55 in New Jersey.
Also known as: Coated Paper Manufacturer · Paper Finisher
Most expensive 5 states
- New Jersey $4.55
- California $4.06
- Hawaii $3.72
- Illinois $3.29
- Minnesota $2.61
Code 4251 rates in all 22 states
| State | Code | Rate per $100 | vs peers | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah | 4251 | $0.580 | 5% | view |
| Virginia | 4251 | $1.10 | 9% | view |
| Kentucky | 4251 | $1.10 | 14% | view |
| Tennessee | 4251 | $1.13 | 18% | view |
| Kansas | 4251 | $1.17 | 23% | view |
| New York | 4251 | $1.30 | 27% | view |
| Louisiana | 4251 | $1.51 | 32% | view |
| Alabama | 4251 | $1.56 | 36% | view |
| Indiana | 4251 | $1.63 | 41% | view |
| Oklahoma | 4251 | $1.66 | 45% | view |
| Alaska | 4251 | $1.67 | 50% | view |
| Maryland | 4251 | $1.78 | 55% | view |
| Arkansas | 4251 | $1.79 | 59% | view |
| Oregon | 4251 | $1.84 | 64% | view |
| Michigan | 4251 | $1.85 | 68% | view |
| Rhode Island | 4251 | $2.07 | 73% | view |
| Nevada | 4251 | $2.31 | 77% | view |
| Minnesota | 4251 | $2.61 | 82% | view |
| Illinois | 4251 | $3.29 | 86% | view |
| Hawaii | 4251 | $3.72 | 91% | view |
| California | 4251 | $4.06 | 95% | view |
| New Jersey | 4251 | $4.55 | 100% | view |
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FAQs about NCCI 4251
What occupation is NCCI class code 4251?
Class code 4251 is "Paper Coating or Finishing" (also known as Coated Paper Manufacturer, Paper Finisher), in the manufacturing industry. The code is filed in 22 states.
What is the average workers comp rate for code 4251?
The median rate across 22 states is $1.78 per $100 of payroll, ranging from $0.580 (Utah) to $4.55 (New Jersey).
Why does code 4251 cost more in some states than others?
Workers comp rates reflect each state's loss experience for that occupation, the rating bureau's methodology (NCCI vs. independent), schedule rating credits, and the state's medical-cost inflation. Some states are monopolistic (only the state fund writes coverage) while others are open competitive markets.