Painters, Construction and Maintenance Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $44,880 -7.8% vs national
Median hourly $21.58
10th percentile $30,260
90th percentile $70,930
Employed locally 100
National median $48,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,260
    25th
    $37,330
    50th (median)
    $44,880
    75th
    $52,070
    90th
    $70,930

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators $49,310
    Construction Laborers $45,070
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $77,210
    Electricians $67,860
    Highway Maintenance Workers $42,420
    Carpenters $49,070

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Painters, Construction and Maintenance make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Painters, Construction and Maintenance in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $21.58, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.49 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Painters, Construction and Maintenance salaries?

    The median Painters, Construction and Maintenance salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 7.8% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Painters, Construction and Maintenance (10th percentile) earn around $30,260 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,330.