Painters (Construction & Maintenance) Salary in Alabama
Median Annual Salary
$45,690
$21.97/hr
Salary Range
$30,450 – $58,130
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
1,750
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+5.5%
Faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$51,980
real purchasing power
6.1% below the national median ($48,660)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$30,450 (entry)$45,690 (median)$58,130 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+18.5%
$7,875 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Anniston-Oxford | $61,480 | 80 |
| Huntsville | $55,130 | 190 |
| Dothan | $49,300 | 100 |
| Auburn-Opelika | $48,190 | 50 |
| Florence-Muscle Shoals | $46,990 | 80 |
| Tuscaloosa | $46,070 | 90 |
| Birmingham | $44,470 | 360 |
| Mobile | $44,230 | 270 |
| Montgomery | $43,680 | 80 |
| Daphne-Fairhope-Foley | $42,970 | 120 |
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Salary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) (2024 OEWS). Cost of living based on BEA Regional Price Parities. For informational purposes only.