Painters, Construction and Maintenance Salary in Massachusetts

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $55,320 +13.7% vs national
Median hourly $26.59
10th percentile $34,570
90th percentile $69,610
Employed locally 100
National median $48,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,570
    25th
    $43,840
    50th (median)
    $55,320
    75th
    $57,220
    90th
    $69,610

    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 Massachusetts

    OccupationMedian salary
    Carpenters$62,740
    Construction Laborers$57,110
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers$83,470
    Electricians$76,200
    Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters$61,410
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators$71,290

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Painters, Construction and Maintenance in Massachusetts is $26.59, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.99 or more per hour.

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

    The median Painters, Construction and Maintenance salary in Massachusetts is 13.7% 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 Massachusetts?

    Entry-level Painters, Construction and Maintenance (10th percentile) earn around $34,570 per year in Massachusetts. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,840.