Painters, Construction and Maintenance Salary in Southern Michigan

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

Median annual salary $46,070 -5.3% vs national
Median hourly $22.15
10th percentile $35,780
90th percentile $70,200
Employed locally 120
National median $48,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,780
    25th
    $39,820
    50th (median)
    $46,070
    75th
    $57,350
    90th
    $70,200

    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 Southern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Construction Laborers$46,660
    Electricians$61,120
    Carpenters$56,120
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers$75,260
    Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers$50,130
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators$59,500

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Painters, Construction and Maintenance in Southern Michigan is $22.15, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.08 or more per hour.

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

    The median Painters, Construction and Maintenance salary in Southern Michigan is 5.3% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Painters, Construction and Maintenance (10th percentile) earn around $35,780 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,820.