What are the main factors that influence a Painter I's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Painter 's salary?

A Painter 's salary grows with experience: a Painter I (0-1 years)earns $47,718, a Painter II (1-3 years)earns $54,646, a Painter III (3-5 years)earns $61,296,

What are the highest paying states for a Painter I?

Painter I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Painter I roles are District of Columbia $50,548, California $50,356, Massachusetts $49,685. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Painter roles make?

Salaries for Painter level roles vary by specialization: Painter III: $58,645; Painter: $52,577; Painter, Experienced: $52,303; Painter II: $52,283; Painter/Illustrator: $48,301.

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Painter I Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Painter I make in Hawaii?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Painter I in Hawaii is $47,718 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

However, a Painter I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $56,380
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,647 to $52,252
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,940

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Painter I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,252	$4,354	$1,005	$25
Average	$47,718	$3,976	$918	$23
25th Percentile	$43,647	$3,637	$839	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Painter I Salaries

A Painter I's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Painter I	0-1 years	$47,718
Painter II	1-3 years	$54,646
Painter III	3-5 years	$61,296

How Do Painter I Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Painter Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $50,548.
California: $50,356.
Massachusetts: $49,685.

District of Columbia $50,548 California $50,356 Massachusetts $49,685 Washington $49,503 New Jersey $49,484 Alaska $49,420 Connecticut $48,790 New York $48,535

Hawaii $47,718 Rhode Island $47,334 Maryland $47,074 Minnesota $46,718 Colorado $46,581 Illinois $46,535 Oregon $46,362 Delaware $46,234

New Hampshire $46,153 Virginia $45,974 Pennsylvania $45,449 Nevada $45,184 North Dakota $45,097 Michigan $44,960 Wisconsin $44,910 Vermont $44,809

Texas $44,531 Maine $44,513 Arizona $44,485 Ohio $44,453 Georgia $44,033 Indiana $43,823 Wyoming $43,782 Utah $43,718

Iowa $43,691 Kansas $43,472 Louisiana $43,408 North Carolina $43,385 Missouri $43,376 Florida $43,198 Montana $43,102 Nebraska $43,011

Kentucky $42,960 South Carolina $42,778 Tennessee $42,664 Idaho $42,618 New Mexico $42,285 Oklahoma $42,212 Alabama $41,942 South Dakota $41,490

Arkansas $41,244 West Virginia $41,111 Mississippi $40,714

Top Paying Cities for Painter Is

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Aiea: $47,459
Anahola: $46,837
Captain Cook: $46,790

Aiea, HI $47,459 Anahola, HI $46,837 Captain Cook, HI $46,790 Eleele, HI $46,932 Ewa Beach, HI $47,417 Kapolei, HI $47,379 Haiku, HI $46,872 Hakalau, HI $46,767

Haleiwa, HI $47,288 Hana, HI $46,760 Hanalei, HI $46,776 Hanamaulu, HI $46,871 Hanapepe, HI $46,930 Hauula, HI $47,360 Hawaii National Park, HI $46,821 Hawi, HI $46,899

Hilo, HI $46,866 Princeville, HI $46,861 Holualoa, HI $46,809 Honaunau, HI $46,728 Honokaa, HI $46,788 Honomu, HI $46,862 Hoolehua, HI $46,728 Kaaawa, HI $47,376

Kahuku, HI $47,274 Kahului, HI $46,980 Kailua, HI $47,444 Ocean View, HI $46,847 Waikoloa, HI $46,843 Keauhou, HI $46,809 Kailua Kona, HI $46,865 Kalaheo, HI $46,876

Kalaupapa, HI $46,685 Kamuela, HI $46,812 Kaneohe, HI $47,434 Kapaa, HI $46,927 Kaumakani, HI $46,952 Kaunakakai, HI $46,783 Keaau, HI $46,898 Kealakekua, HI $46,873

Kealia, HI $46,889 Kekaha, HI $46,842 Kihei, HI $46,932 Kilauea, HI $46,862 Kapaau, HI $46,826 Koloa, HI $46,883 Kualapuu, HI $46,770 Kunia, HI $47,364

Kurtistown, HI $46,874 Lahaina, HI $46,883 Laie, HI $47,316 Lanai City, HI $46,770 Laupahoehoe, HI $46,888 Lawai, HI $46,952 Lihue, HI $46,871 Makawao, HI $46,908

Makaweli, HI $46,767 Maunaloa, HI $46,657 Mountain View, HI $46,850 Naalehu, HI $46,755 Ninole, HI $46,724 Ookala, HI $46,739 Paauilo, HI $46,796 Pahala, HI $46,768

Pahoa, HI $46,830 Paia, HI $46,886 Papaaloa, HI $46,894 Papaikou, HI $46,797 Pearl City, HI $47,425 Pepeekeo, HI $46,888 Puunene, HI $46,980 Volcano, HI $46,821

Wahiawa, HI $47,344 Pukalani, HI $46,908 Mililani, HI $47,401 Kula, HI $46,811 Waialua, HI $47,262 Waianae, HI $47,306 Wailuku, HI $46,907 Waimanalo, HI $47,435

Waimea, HI $46,948 Waipahu, HI $47,404 Honolulu, HI $47,476 J B P H H, HI $47,467 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $47,369 Schofield Barracks, HI $47,356 Fort Shafter, HI $47,476 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $47,476

Camp H M Smith, HI $47,465 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $47,419 Wake Island, HI $47,476

Painter I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Painter I's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on June 01, 2026

$43,647

Average $47,718/year

$52,252

$3,637

Average $3,976/month

$4,354

$839

Average $918/week

$1,005

$21

Average $23/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,252	$4,354	$1,005	$25
Average	$47,718	$3,976	$918	$23
25th Percentile	$43,647	$3,637	$839	$21

Painter I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Painter I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Painter II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $54,646 - a projected growth of 15% over your current level.

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