Painters, Construction and Maintenance pay in Mississippi
In Mississippi, the median pay for painters, construction and maintenance is $21.54 an hour ($44,800 a year). About 1,060 people work in this job there.
That is 9% lower than the U.S. median ($49,400). Mississippi ranks 44th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for painters, construction and maintenance in Mississippi
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.60 | $34,530 |
| 25% of workers | $17.75 | $36,920 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.54 | $44,800 |
| 75% of workers | $25.64 | $53,340 |
| 90% of workers | $31.12 | $64,720 |
Painters, Construction and Maintenance pay in Mississippi metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Gulfport-Biloxi | $47,570 | 340 |
| Jackson | $45,130 | 190 |
| Hattiesburg | $40,350 | 70 |
Mississippi unemployment rate: 3.4% (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 Mississippi
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | $53,170 |
| Construction Laborers | $37,710 |
| Electricians | $60,860 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $47,410 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $55,480 |
| Carpenters | $48,650 |
| Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers | $43,980 |
| Glaziers | $36,750 |
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