Painters, Construction and Maintenance Salary in Southwest Louisiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,440 -21% vs national
Median hourly $18.48
10th percentile $27,490
90th percentile $50,070
Employed locally 380
National median $48,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,490
    25th
    $29,510
    50th (median)
    $38,440
    75th
    $48,030
    90th
    $50,070

    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 Southwest Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Construction Laborers $45,160
    Electricians $54,340
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $62,630
    Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters $43,440
    Roustabouts, Oil and Gas $41,150
    Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas $57,870

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Painters, Construction and Maintenance make per hour in Southwest Louisiana?

    The median hourly wage for Painters, Construction and Maintenance in Southwest Louisiana is $18.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.62 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Louisiana above or below average for Painters, Construction and Maintenance salaries?

    The median Painters, Construction and Maintenance salary in Southwest Louisiana is 21% 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 Southwest Louisiana?

    Entry-level Painters, Construction and Maintenance (10th percentile) earn around $27,490 per year in Southwest Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,510.