Painters, Construction and Maintenance pay in Arkansas
In Arkansas, the median pay for painters, construction and maintenance is $19.28 an hour ($40,090 a year). About 890 people work in this job there.
That is 19% lower than the U.S. median ($49,400). Arkansas ranks 51st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for painters, construction and maintenance in Arkansas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $14.97 | $31,150 |
| 25% of workers | $17.76 | $36,940 |
| Half of workers (median) | $19.28 | $40,090 |
| 75% of workers | $22.85 | $47,520 |
| 90% of workers | $26.26 | $54,610 |
Painters, Construction and Maintenance pay in Arkansas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway | $44,660 | 250 |
| Fort Smith | $39,480 | 50 |
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers | $39,080 | 330 |
Arkansas unemployment rate: 3.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for painters, construction and maintenance
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 24,900 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Arkansas
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | $46,380 |
| Roofers | $47,470 |
| Construction Laborers | $37,630 |
| Electricians | $49,070 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $44,520 |
| Carpenters | $47,760 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $48,660 |
| Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers | $46,230 |
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