Painter Salary in Phoenix, AZ
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$45,656
Hourly Rate
$21.95
/hour
Jobs in Area
269
employed
Painter Salary Range in Phoenix, AZ
Annual Salary Range
$29k
10th percentile
$38k
25th
$53k
75th
$64k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $28,668 | $13.78 |
| 25th Percentile | $38,027 | $18.28 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $45,656 | $21.95 |
| 75th Percentile | $53,245 | $25.60 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $63,975 | $30.76 |
| Average (Mean) | $49,453 | $23.78 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Painter salary in Phoenix, AZ is $45,656 per year or $21.95 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Phoenix, AZ Compares
vs National Average
$45,590
vs Arizona Average
$45,618
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$44,673
Cost of living in Phoenix, AZ is 2.2% above the national average.
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