What are the main factors that influence a Painter III'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 $46,235, a Painter II (1-3 years)earns $52,945, a Painter III (3-5 years)earns $59,376,

What are the highest paying states for a Painter III?

Painter III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Painter III roles are District of Columbia $64,916, California $64,670, Massachusetts $63,808. 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: Aircraft Parts Painter III: $63,300; Aircraft Painter III: $63,259; Brush Painter III: $58,700; Painter III - Construction and Maintenance: $58,640; Industrial Production Painter III: $57,500.

Painter III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Painter III make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Painter III in Delaware is $59,376 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,854
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,393 to $64,860
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,857

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Painter III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,860	$5,405	$1,247	$31
Average	$59,376	$4,948	$1,142	$29
25th Percentile	$54,393	$4,533	$1,046	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Painter III Salaries

A Painter III'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	$46,235
Painter II	1-3 years	$52,945
Painter III	3-5 years	$59,376

How Do Painter III 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 IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $64,916.
California: $64,670.
Massachusetts: $63,808.

District of Columbia $64,916 California $64,670 Massachusetts $63,808 Washington $63,574 New Jersey $63,550 Alaska $63,468 Connecticut $62,659 New York $62,331

Hawaii $61,281 Rhode Island $60,789 Maryland $60,454 Minnesota $59,997 Colorado $59,821 Illinois $59,763 Oregon $59,540 Delaware $59,376

New Hampshire $59,272 Virginia $59,041 Pennsylvania $58,367 Nevada $58,027 North Dakota $57,916 Michigan $57,740 Wisconsin $57,675 Vermont $57,546

Texas $57,189 Maine $57,165 Arizona $57,130 Ohio $57,089 Georgia $56,550 Indiana $56,280 Wyoming $56,227 Utah $56,145

Iowa $56,110 Kansas $55,828 Louisiana $55,746 North Carolina $55,717 Missouri $55,705 Florida $55,477 Montana $55,354 Nebraska $55,236

Kentucky $55,172 South Carolina $54,937 Tennessee $54,791 Idaho $54,732 New Mexico $54,304 Oklahoma $54,210 Alabama $53,864 South Dakota $53,284

Arkansas $52,967 West Virginia $52,797 Mississippi $52,287

Top Paying Cities for Painter IIIs

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:

Lincoln: $61,451
Little Creek: $60,882
Magnolia: $61,135

Lincoln, DE $61,451 Little Creek, DE $60,882 Magnolia, DE $61,135 Milford, DE $61,451 Marydel, DE $60,654 Millsboro, DE $61,451 Millville, DE $61,862 Milton, DE $61,451

Nassau, DE $61,451 Ocean View, DE $61,862 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,862 Seaford, DE $60,806 Selbyville, DE $61,862 Smyrna, DE $60,583 Viola, DE $61,135 Woodside, DE $60,959

Bear, DE $60,138 Newark, DE $60,161 Claymont, DE $60,208 Delaware City, DE $60,161 Hockessin, DE $60,208 Kirkwood, DE $60,161 Middletown, DE $60,460 Montchanin, DE $60,208

New Castle, DE $60,208 Odessa, DE $60,542 Port Penn, DE $59,997 Rockland, DE $60,208 Saint Georges, DE $60,161 Townsend, DE $60,454 Winterthur, DE $60,208 Lewes, DE $61,451

Wilmington, DE $60,208 Dover, DE $60,853 Dover Afb, DE $60,994 Bethany Beach, DE $61,862 Bethel, DE $60,806 Bridgeville, DE $61,451 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,918 Cheswold, DE $60,712

Clayton, DE $60,560 Dagsboro, DE $61,862 Delmar, DE $60,806 Ellendale, DE $61,451 Felton, DE $61,451 Fenwick Island, DE $61,862 Frankford, DE $61,862 Frederica, DE $61,451

Georgetown, DE $61,451 Greenwood, DE $61,451 Harbeson, DE $61,451 Harrington, DE $61,451 Hartly, DE $60,531 Houston, DE $61,451 Kenton, DE $60,560 Laurel, DE $60,806

Yorklyn, DE $60,208

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

Understanding how a Painter III'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 April 01, 2026

$54,393

Average $59,376/year

$64,860

$4,533

Average $4,948/month

$5,405

$1,046

Average $1,142/week

$1,247

$26

Average $29/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,860	$5,405	$1,247	$31
Average	$59,376	$4,948	$1,142	$29
25th Percentile	$54,393	$4,533	$1,046	$26

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Painter III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Painter III make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence Painter III Salaries

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How Do Painter III Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Painter IIIs

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

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