Painters, Construction and Maintenance Salary in Northwest Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $58,460 +20.1% vs national
Median hourly $28.11
10th percentile $36,270
90th percentile $71,950
Employed locally 200
National median $48,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,270
    25th
    $43,380
    50th (median)
    $58,460
    75th
    $60,340
    90th
    $71,950

    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 Northwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Construction Laborers $50,350
    Carpenters $61,250
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators $67,170
    Electricians $73,940
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $82,350
    Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters $60,910

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Painters, Construction and Maintenance in Northwest Minnesota is $28.11, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.85 or more per hour.

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

    The median Painters, Construction and Maintenance salary in Northwest Minnesota is 20.1% 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 Northwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Painters, Construction and Maintenance (10th percentile) earn around $36,270 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,380.