Painters, Construction and Maintenance Salary in Southeast Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $49,230 +1.2% vs national
Median hourly $23.67
10th percentile $39,780
90th percentile $80,070
Employed locally 50
National median $48,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,780
    25th
    $40,440
    50th (median)
    $49,230
    75th
    $61,610
    90th
    $80,070

    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 Southeast Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Construction Laborers $50,720
    Electricians $78,830
    Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters $75,420
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $83,800
    Carpenters $57,560
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators $72,500

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Painters, Construction and Maintenance in Southeast Minnesota is $23.67, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.67 or more per hour.

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

    The median Painters, Construction and Maintenance salary in Southeast Minnesota is 1.2% 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 Southeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Painters, Construction and Maintenance (10th percentile) earn around $39,780 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,440.