Painters (Construction & Maintenance) Salary in Wisconsin
Median Annual Salary
$50,020
$24.05/hr
Salary Range
$35,970 – $72,380
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
3,430
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+5.5%
Faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$53,670
real purchasing power
2.8% above the national median ($48,660)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$35,970 (entry)$50,020 (median)$72,380 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+18.5%
$7,875 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Madison | $52,790 | 560 |
| Eau Claire | $52,000 | 110 |
| Fond du Lac | $50,900 | 40 |
| Green Bay | $50,830 | 210 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha | $50,610 | 1,170 |
| Wausau | $50,330 | 40 |
| Sheboygan | $49,920 | 100 |
| Oshkosh-Neenah | $49,700 | 110 |
| Appleton | $49,660 | 80 |
| Janesville-Beloit | $49,030 | 50 |
| Kenosha | $48,280 | 90 |
| La Crosse-Onalaska | $48,170 | 50 |
| Racine-Mount Pleasant | $47,590 | 70 |
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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.