Painters (Construction & Maintenance) Salary in Washington
Median Annual Salary
$58,520
$28.13/hr
Salary Range
$43,910 – $79,510
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
8,820
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+5.5%
Faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$54,539
real purchasing power
20.3% above the national median ($48,660)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$43,910 (entry)$58,520 (median)$79,510 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+18.5%
$7,875 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard | $61,510 | 810 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $59,270 | 4,720 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $58,580 | 270 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $57,370 | 670 |
| Bellingham | $56,120 | 240 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes | $50,110 | 120 |
| Kennewick-Richland | $49,810 | 420 |
| Yakima | $49,430 | 210 |
| Walla Walla | $48,510 | 90 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee | $48,220 | 180 |
| Longview-Kelso | $42,300 | 60 |
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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.