Painters, Construction and Maintenance Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $62,750 +29% vs national
Median hourly $30.17
10th percentile $36,400
90th percentile $85,830
Employed locally 110
National median $48,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,400
    25th
    $44,200
    50th (median)
    $62,750
    75th
    $82,980
    90th
    $85,830

    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 East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Construction Laborers$50,260
    Highway Maintenance Workers$53,240
    Electricians$77,270
    Carpenters$60,640
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers$81,730
    Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters$68,490

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Painters, Construction and Maintenance in East Central Illinois is $30.17, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.02 or more per hour.

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

    The median Painters, Construction and Maintenance salary in East Central Illinois is 29% above 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 East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Painters, Construction and Maintenance (10th percentile) earn around $36,400 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,200.