Painters, Construction and Maintenance Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $50,400 +3.6% vs national
Median hourly $24.23
10th percentile $34,190
90th percentile $67,220
Employed locally 120
National median $48,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,190
    25th
    $38,860
    50th (median)
    $50,400
    75th
    $62,420
    90th
    $67,220

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators $50,810
    Construction Laborers $45,760
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $66,050
    Highway Maintenance Workers $46,370
    Carpenters $47,630
    Electricians $61,970

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Painters, Construction and Maintenance in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $24.23, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.03 or more per hour.

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

    The median Painters, Construction and Maintenance salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 3.6% 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Painters, Construction and Maintenance (10th percentile) earn around $34,190 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,860.