Painters, Construction and Maintenance Salary in Georgia
The median pay for a painters, construction and maintenance in Georgia is $47,690/year ($22.93/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $36K at the entry level to $62K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Georgia. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $48K get you in Georgia?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Georgia
Entry-level painters, construction and maintenances (10th percentile) start around $36K. Mid-career wages sit at $48K. Top earners bring in $62K or more, a $27K spread from bottom to top.
Painters, Construction and Maintenance salary by metro in Georgia
11 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warner Robins | $62K | +31% | 310 |
| Albany | $60K | +27% | 70 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell | $49K | +2% | 1,890 |
| Gainesville | $48K | +1% | 50 |
| Savannah | $46K | -3% | 100 |
| Brunswick-St. Simons | $45K | -5% | 70 |
| Augusta-Richmond County | $45K | -6% | 180 |
| Macon-Bibb County | $43K | -10% | 60 |
| Athens-Clarke County | $42K | -11% | 70 |
| Columbus | $41K | -14% | 90 |
| Valdosta | $38K | -19% | 30 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do painters, construction and maintenances make in Georgia?
The median is $47,690 a year, that works out to about $23 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $35,590, and experienced painters, construction and maintenances can clear $62,300. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $48K enough to live in Georgia?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,183/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,434/month, which eats 45.1% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a painters, construction and maintenance salary go in Georgia?
Georgia has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median painters, construction and maintenance salary is worth about $51,899 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do painters, construction and maintenances get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.