Painters, Construction and Maintenance pay in Virginia
In Virginia, the median pay for painters, construction and maintenance is $22.82 an hour ($47,470 a year). About 5,930 people work in this job there.
That is 4% lower than the U.S. median ($49,400). Virginia ranks 34th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for painters, construction and maintenance in Virginia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.50 | $36,400 |
| 25% of workers | $18.89 | $39,300 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.82 | $47,470 |
| 75% of workers | $27.03 | $56,220 |
| 90% of workers | $30.44 | $63,310 |
Painters, Construction and Maintenance pay in Virginia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond | $47,670 | 1,010 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk | $47,110 | 1,610 |
| Charlottesville | $45,800 | 180 |
| Roanoke | $45,030 | 220 |
| Winchester | $43,600 | 60 |
| Harrisonburg | $41,670 | 0 |
| Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford | $39,490 | 50 |
| Lynchburg | $38,990 | 110 |
Virginia unemployment rate: 3.6% (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 Virginia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | $49,880 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $55,840 |
| Roofers | $48,420 |
| Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic | $45,410 |
| Construction Laborers | $43,560 |
| Electricians | $62,900 |
| Carpenters | $55,690 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $60,470 |
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