Painters, Construction and Maintenance Salary in Central Louisiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,520 -20.8% vs national
Median hourly $18.52
10th percentile $28,810
90th percentile $55,000
Employed locally 70
National median $48,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,810
    25th
    $31,200
    50th (median)
    $38,520
    75th
    $45,570
    90th
    $55,000

    Top-paying metros for Painters, Construction and Maintenance

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Champaign-Urbana, IL $79,960
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $72,970
    Hawaii $67,620
    Urban Honolulu, HI $66,610
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $66,290
    Fairbanks-College, AK $65,830

    Related occupations in Central Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Construction Laborers $35,400
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $63,770
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators $45,340
    Electricians $54,870
    Carpenters $43,990
    Highway Maintenance Workers $32,670

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Painters, Construction and Maintenance make per hour in Central Louisiana?

    The median hourly wage for Painters, Construction and Maintenance in Central Louisiana is $18.52, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.99 or more per hour.

    Is Central Louisiana above or below average for Painters, Construction and Maintenance salaries?

    The median Painters, Construction and Maintenance salary in Central Louisiana is 20.8% below the national median of $48,660. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Painters, Construction and Maintenance in Central Louisiana?

    Entry-level Painters, Construction and Maintenance (10th percentile) earn around $28,810 per year in Central Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,200.