Painters, Construction and Maintenance Salary (2025)
Based on 225,190 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $37,440 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $44,640 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $49,400 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $61,660 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $78,810 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$37K
25th
$45K
Median
$49K
75th
$62K
90th
$79K
Highest Paying States for Painters, Construction and Maintenance
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Hawaii | $71,310 |
| Illinois | $69,630 |
| New York | $68,070 |
| Alaska | $64,220 |
| Massachusetts | $64,080 |
| Connecticut | $63,500 |
| California | $62,460 |
| District of Columbia | $62,240 |
| New Jersey | $61,000 |
| Washington | $60,910 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Painters, Construction and Maintenance salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Hawaii at an average of $71,310 per year, while Washington has an average of $60,910 — a difference of $10,400. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Painters, Construction and Maintenance
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 225,190 workers were employed as Painters, Construction and Maintenances in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Construction and Extraction Occupations. The annual mean wage of $55,420 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 47-2141