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Painters, Construction and Maintenance Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Painters, Construction and Maintenance make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$59,020
Median Annual Salary
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+2.7% vs 2024
$62,460
Mean Salary
$59,020
Median Salary
$28.38
Hourly Rate
38,430 people work as Painters, Construction and Maintenance in California
Painters, Construction and Maintenance salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Painters, Construction and Maintenance in California earn a median salary of $59,020 per year ($4,918/month).
This is 15.5% above the national average of $51,104.
California ranks #9 out of 51 states for Painters, Construction and Maintenance pay.
Approximately 38,430 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 2.7% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Painters, Construction and Maintenance
Paint walls, equipment, buildings, bridges, and other structural surfaces, using brushes, rollers, and spray guns. May remove old paint to prepare surface prior to painting. May mix colors or oils to obtain desired color or consistency.
Top Skills
Active Listening
3.0
Critical Thinking
3.0
Social Perceptiveness
3.0
Time Management
3.0
Reading Comprehension
2.88
Key Knowledge Areas
Public Safety and Security
3.89
Administration and Management
3.73
English Language
3.59
Customer and Personal Service
3.52
Building and Construction
3.44
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(52.3% of workers)
Salary Range: Painters, Construction and Maintenance in California
Salaries for Painters, Construction and Maintenance in California range from $42,130 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $91,000 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $47,520 and $73,040.
Median $59,020
P10: $42,130P25: $47,520P75: $73,040P90: $91,000
10th
$42,130
25th
$47,520
Median
$59,020
75th
$73,040
90th
$91,000
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$42,130
$20.25
$3,510
25th Percentile
$47,520
$22.85
$3,960
Median (50th)
$59,020
$28.38
$4,918
75th Percentile
$73,040
$35.12
$6,086
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$91,000
$43.75
$7,583
Note: The mean (average) salary of $62,460 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#9
California ranks #9 of 51 states
$51,104
National avg. for Painters, Construction and Maintenance
How much do Painters, Construction and Maintenance make in California?
The median annual salary for Painters, Construction and Maintenance in California is $59,020 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $62,460.
What is the salary range for a Painters, Construction and Maintenance in California?
Salaries for Painters, Construction and Maintenance in California range from $42,130 at the 10th percentile to $91,000 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $47,520 and $73,040.
What is the starting salary for a Painters, Construction and Maintenance in California?
Entry-level Painters, Construction and Maintenance positions in California typically start around $42,130 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $47,520 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Painters, Construction and Maintenance in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 38,430 people are employed as Painters, Construction and Maintenance in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Painters, Construction and Maintenance in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Painters, Construction and Maintenance in California is approximately $28.38 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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