Painters, Construction and Maintenance Salary in Northern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $47,010 -3.4% vs national
Median hourly $22.60
10th percentile $39,090
90th percentile $64,110
Employed locally 250
National median $48,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,090
    25th
    $40,330
    50th (median)
    $47,010
    75th
    $55,250
    90th
    $64,110

    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 Northern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Construction Laborers $45,910
    Carpenters $55,210
    Electricians $60,010
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $70,700
    Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters $56,470
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators $57,160

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Painters, Construction and Maintenance in Northern Michigan is $22.60, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.98 or more per hour.

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

    The median Painters, Construction and Maintenance salary in Northern Michigan is 3.4% 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 Northern Michigan?

    Entry-level Painters, Construction and Maintenance (10th percentile) earn around $39,090 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,330.