Painters, Construction and Maintenance Salary in U.S. (2024)
The median pay for a painters, construction and maintenance in U.S. is $48,660/year ($23.4/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $37K at the entry level to $77K for experienced workers.
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AffordMap analysis of BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024
So what does $49K get you in U.S.?
About painters, construction and maintenances
Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, U.S.
Entry-level painters, construction and maintenances (10th percentile) start around $37K. Mid-career wages sit at $49K.Top earners bring in $77K or more - a $40K spread from bottom to top.
Painters, Construction and Maintenance pay across states
Median income ranked highest to lowest, compared to the national figure
| State | Median salary | vs. national | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | $68K | +39% | 1,630 |
| Alaska | $66K | +35% | 400 |
| Illinois | $62K | +28% | 6,700 |
| Minnesota | $61K | +25% | 3,480 |
| New Jersey | $60K | +24% | 4,230 |
| District of Columbia | $60K | +23% | 420 |
| Washington | $59K | +20% | 8,820 |
| California | $57K | +18% | 37,780 |
| North Dakota | $57K | +18% | 460 |
| Maine | $56K | +16% | 1,950 |
| New York | $56K | +15% | 14,670 |
| Massachusetts | $56K | +15% | 4,830 |
| Delaware | $56K | +15% | 530 |
| Ohio | $54K | +10% | 6,050 |
| Connecticut | $54K | +10% | 2,010 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do painters, construction and maintenances make in U.S.?
The median is $48,660 a year - that works out to about $23.4 an hour. The range is wide: entry-level workers start around $36,680, and experienced painters, construction and maintenances can clear $76,550. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $49K enough to live in U.S.?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,428/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,412/month, which eats 41.2% 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 U.S.?
U.S. 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 $48,660 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.