Painters, Construction and Maintenance Salary in South Nebraska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Nebraska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $42,170 -13.3% vs national
Median hourly $20.27
10th percentile $32,610
90th percentile $47,260
Employed locally 140
National median $48,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,610
    25th
    $35,370
    50th (median)
    $42,170
    75th
    $47,180
    90th
    $47,260

    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 South Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Construction Laborers $46,020
    Highway Maintenance Workers $47,080
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $70,180
    Carpenters $45,980
    Electricians $50,040
    Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers $47,150

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Painters, Construction and Maintenance in South Nebraska is $20.27, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.00 or more per hour.

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

    The median Painters, Construction and Maintenance salary in South Nebraska is 13.3% 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 South Nebraska?

    Entry-level Painters, Construction and Maintenance (10th percentile) earn around $32,610 per year in South Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,370.