Painters, Construction and Maintenance pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for painters, construction and maintenance is $28.68 an hour ($59,650 a year). About 9,510 people work in this job there.
That is 21% higher than the U.S. median ($49,400). Washington ranks 4th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for painters, construction and maintenance in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.85 | $45,450 |
| 25% of workers | $23.53 | $48,940 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.68 | $59,650 |
| 75% of workers | $31.32 | $65,140 |
| 90% of workers | $38.62 | $80,330 |
Painters, Construction and Maintenance pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard | $65,080 | 810 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $60,440 | 5,140 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $60,410 | 230 |
| Kennewick-Richland | $58,990 | 520 |
| Bellingham | $58,810 | 280 |
| Longview-Kelso | $58,500 | 40 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes | $57,990 | 150 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $57,050 | 700 |
| Walla Walla | $51,460 | 80 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee | $50,630 | 210 |
| Yakima | $46,680 | 240 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (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 Washington
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Roofers | $60,640 |
| Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | $59,980 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $73,130 |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $67,750 |
| Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic | $51,780 |
| Carpenters | $74,190 |
| Construction Laborers | $57,720 |
| Electricians | $95,220 |
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