Painters (Construction & Maintenance) Salary in South Carolina
Median Annual Salary
$42,950
$20.65/hr
Salary Range
$34,410 – $56,900
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
2,060
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+5.5%
Faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$47,198
real purchasing power
11.7% below the national median ($48,660)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$34,410 (entry)$42,950 (median)$56,900 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+18.5%
$7,875 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston-North Charleston | $46,890 | 460 |
| Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal | $46,710 | 130 |
| Columbia | $45,810 | 280 |
| Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach | $42,340 | 170 |
| Spartanburg | $39,470 | 100 |
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer | $37,790 | 490 |
| Sumter | $37,440 | 50 |
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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.