Painters (Construction & Maintenance) Salary in West Virginia
Median Annual Salary
$43,450
$20.89/hr
Salary Range
$28,400 – $65,270
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
800
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+5.5%
Faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$49,600
real purchasing power
10.7% below the national median ($48,660)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$28,400 (entry)$43,450 (median)$65,270 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+18.5%
$7,875 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Weirton-Steubenville | $58,630 | 50 |
| Charleston | $45,990 | 100 |
| Wheeling | $45,810 | 70 |
| Huntington-Ashland | $44,810 | 170 |
| Morgantown | $43,310 | 30 |
| Beckley | $33,010 | 40 |
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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.