Painters, Construction and Maintenance Salary in Southwest New York

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

Median annual salary $53,430 +9.8% vs national
Median hourly $25.69
10th percentile $39,260
90th percentile $61,890
Employed locally 280
National median $48,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,260
    25th
    $45,620
    50th (median)
    $53,430
    75th
    $53,430
    90th
    $61,890

    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 New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Construction Laborers $46,830
    Carpenters $54,230
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $66,250
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators $58,690
    Electricians $70,690
    Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters $61,970

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Painters, Construction and Maintenance in Southwest New York is $25.69, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.33 or more per hour.

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

    The median Painters, Construction and Maintenance salary in Southwest New York is 9.8% 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 Southwest New York?

    Entry-level Painters, Construction and Maintenance (10th percentile) earn around $39,260 per year in Southwest New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,620.