Painters, Construction and Maintenance pay in Missouri
In Missouri, the median pay for painters, construction and maintenance is $27.65 an hour ($57,510 a year). About 3,980 people work in this job there.
That is 16% higher than the U.S. median ($49,400). Missouri ranks 14th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for painters, construction and maintenance in Missouri
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.82 | $39,150 |
| 25% of workers | $22.28 | $46,350 |
| Half of workers (median) | $27.65 | $57,510 |
| 75% of workers | $32.94 | $68,510 |
| 90% of workers | $38.27 | $79,600 |
Painters, Construction and Maintenance pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis | $59,810 | 2,350 |
| Cape Girardeau | $58,010 | 90 |
| Jefferson City | $54,110 | 60 |
| St. Joseph | $51,230 | 40 |
| Kansas City | $50,070 | 1,330 |
| Springfield | $46,860 | 230 |
| Columbia | $46,260 | 160 |
| Joplin | $45,550 | 60 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (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 Missouri
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | $47,580 |
| Roofers | $48,570 |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $56,040 |
| Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic | $46,380 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $62,580 |
| Construction Laborers | $56,730 |
| Carpenters | $60,840 |
| Electricians | $65,410 |
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