Painter Salary in Sacramento, CA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$47,389
Hourly Rate
$22.78
/hour
Jobs in Area
260
employed
Painter Salary Range in Sacramento, CA
Annual Salary Range
$32k
10th percentile
$39k
25th
$56k
75th
$68k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $31,898 | $15.34 |
| 25th Percentile | $39,079 | $18.79 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $47,389 | $22.78 |
| 75th Percentile | $55,991 | $26.92 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $68,319 | $32.85 |
| Average (Mean) | $51,874 | $24.94 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Painter salary in Sacramento, CA is $47,389 per year or $22.78 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 Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Sacramento, CA Compares
vs National Average
$45,590
vs California Average
$44,805
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$39,756
Cost of living in Sacramento, CA is 19.2% above the national average.
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