Painter (Commercial) Salary in 2026
Apply paint, varnish, and other finishes to commercial and residential buildings.
Median Salary
$42,000
$3,500/mo
Entry Level
$30,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$58,000
experienced
Job Growth
+3%
10-yr outlook
Painter (Commercial) Overview
Apply paint, varnish, and other finishes to commercial and residential buildings.
Education
Apprenticeship
Experience
1-3 years
Industry
Trades
Total Jobs (US)
155K
5-Year Growth
+3%
Category
Trades
Hourly Rate
$20.19/hr
Monthly Pay
$3,500
Painter (Commercial) Salary Calculator
Adjust your state and experience level to see the estimated Painter (Commercial) salary in your area.
Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Painter (Commercial) Salary
$48,000
$4,000/month · $1,846/biweekly · $23.08/hr
Painter (Commercial) Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Painter (Commercial) field.
Entry-level Painter (Commercial)s earn around $30,000, while the top 10% earn $65,000 or more.
Top Paying States for Painter (Commercial)s
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $50,000 | +$8,000 |
| New York | $48,000 | +$6,000 |
| Illinois | $44,000 | +$2,000 |
| Florida | $41,000 | $-1,000 |
| Texas | $41,000 | $-1,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Painter (Commercial)s
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $50,000 | +$8,000 |
| Los Angeles | $47,000 | +$5,000 |
| Chicago | $44,000 | +$2,000 |
| Miami | $43,000 | +$1,000 |
| Houston | $42,000 | $0 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Painter (Commercial) Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Painter (Commercial) from entry level to expert.
$30,000
0-2 years
$44,000
3-7 years
$58,000
8-14 years
$72,000
15+ years
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