Painter Salary in San Diego, CA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$50,745
Hourly Rate
$24.40
/hour
Jobs in Area
267
employed
Painter Salary Range in San Diego, CA
Annual Salary Range
$34k
10th percentile
$40k
25th
$61k
75th
$75k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $34,072 | $16.38 |
| 25th Percentile | $40,391 | $19.42 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $50,745 | $24.40 |
| 75th Percentile | $61,079 | $29.36 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $75,067 | $36.09 |
| Average (Mean) | $54,347 | $26.13 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Painter salary in San Diego, CA is $50,745 per year or $24.40 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 San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How San Diego, CA Compares
vs National Average
$45,590
vs California Average
$45,593
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$35,536
Cost of living in San Diego, CA is 42.8% above the national average.
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