Painters, Construction and Maintenance Salary in Northeast Virginia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $40,050 -17.7% vs national
Median hourly $19.26
10th percentile $34,190
90th percentile $56,020
Employed locally 60
National median $48,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,190
    25th
    $36,680
    50th (median)
    $40,050
    75th
    $45,120
    90th
    $56,020

    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 Northeast Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Carpenters $46,750
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $63,240
    Construction Laborers $38,470
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators $49,390
    Highway Maintenance Workers $50,090
    Electricians $50,240

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Painters, Construction and Maintenance in Northeast Virginia is $19.26, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.42 or more per hour.

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

    The median Painters, Construction and Maintenance salary in Northeast Virginia is 17.7% 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 Northeast Virginia?

    Entry-level Painters, Construction and Maintenance (10th percentile) earn around $34,190 per year in Northeast Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,680.