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

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

What are the highest paying states for a Painter/Illustrator?

Painter/Illustrator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Painter/Illustrator roles are District of Columbia $53,479, California $53,276, Massachusetts $52,566. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

Painter/Illustrator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Painter/Illustrator make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Painter/Illustrator in Delaware is $48,914 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $68,388
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,756 to $59,107
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,329

Compensation Planning

Develop a Job Description

Pay Equity

2025 Compensation Trend

Smart Recruiting

AI Onboarding

Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits

View as table

Painter/Illustrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,107	$4,926	$1,137	$28
Average	$48,914	$4,076	$941	$24
25th Percentile	$40,756	$3,396	$784	$20

You may get higher pay by adjusting the following factors:

Change Search Criteria

Check out Painter/Illustrator Job Openings in Delaware

Travel RN

Focus Staff - LEBANON, NH

REGISTERED NURSE

AMG SPECIALTY HOSPITAL ‑ ALBUQUERQUE - ALBUQUERQUE, NM

REGISTERED NURSE

AMG SPECIALTY HOSPITAL ‑ ALBUQUERQUE - ALBUQUERQUE, NM

CHARGE NURSE

AMG SPECIALTY HOSPITAL ‑ ALBUQUERQUE - ALBUQUERQUE, NM

Search More Painter/Illustrator Jobs in Delaware

Key Factors That Influence Painter/Illustrator Salaries

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

How Do Painter/Illustrator 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/Illustrators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $53,479.
California: $53,276.
Massachusetts: $52,566.

District of Columbia $53,479 California $53,276 Massachusetts $52,566 Washington $52,372 New Jersey $52,353 Alaska $52,286 Connecticut $51,619 New York $51,349

Hawaii $50,484 Rhode Island $50,078 Maryland $49,803 Minnesota $49,426 Colorado $49,281 Illinois $49,233 Oregon $49,049 Delaware $48,914

New Hampshire $48,829 Virginia $48,639 Pennsylvania $48,083 Nevada $47,803 North Dakota $47,711 Michigan $47,567 Wisconsin $47,513 Vermont $47,407

Texas $47,113 Maine $47,093 Arizona $47,064 Ohio $47,030 Georgia $46,586 Indiana $46,364 Wyoming $46,320 Utah $46,253

Iowa $46,224 Kansas $45,992 Louisiana $45,924 North Carolina $45,900 Missouri $45,891 Florida $45,702 Montana $45,601 Nebraska $45,504

Kentucky $45,451 South Carolina $45,258 Tennessee $45,137 Idaho $45,089 New Mexico $44,736 Oklahoma $44,659 Alabama $44,374 South Dakota $43,896

Arkansas $43,635 West Virginia $43,495 Mississippi $43,075

Top Paying Cities for Painter/Illustrators

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: $48,694
Little Creek: $49,050
Magnolia: $48,980

Lincoln, DE $48,694 Little Creek, DE $49,050 Magnolia, DE $48,980 Milford, DE $48,818 Marydel, DE $48,898 Millsboro, DE $48,490 Millville, DE $48,564 Milton, DE $48,649

Nassau, DE $48,684 Ocean View, DE $48,556 Rehoboth Beach, DE $48,649 Seaford, DE $48,677 Selbyville, DE $48,476 Smyrna, DE $49,084 Viola, DE $48,858 Woodside, DE $48,990

Bear, DE $48,876 Newark, DE $48,858 Claymont, DE $48,958 Delaware City, DE $48,907 Hockessin, DE $48,854 Kirkwood, DE $48,898 Middletown, DE $48,917 Montchanin, DE $48,865

New Castle, DE $48,872 Odessa, DE $48,941 Port Penn, DE $48,974 Rockland, DE $48,870 Saint Georges, DE $48,901 Townsend, DE $48,976 Winterthur, DE $48,876 Lewes, DE $48,667

Wilmington, DE $48,856 Dover, DE $49,050 Dover Afb, DE $48,792 Bethany Beach, DE $48,505 Bethel, DE $48,555 Bridgeville, DE $48,670 Camden Wyoming, DE $48,912 Cheswold, DE $49,034

Clayton, DE $49,036 Dagsboro, DE $48,471 Delmar, DE $48,393 Ellendale, DE $48,540 Felton, DE $48,814 Fenwick Island, DE $48,482 Frankford, DE $48,397 Frederica, DE $48,862

Georgetown, DE $48,453 Greenwood, DE $48,677 Harbeson, DE $48,505 Harrington, DE $48,752 Hartly, DE $48,904 Houston, DE $48,682 Kenton, DE $49,038 Laurel, DE $48,424

Yorklyn, DE $48,868

Painter/Illustrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Painter/Illustrator'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

$40,756

Average $48,914/year

$59,107

$3,396

Average $4,076/month

$4,926

$784

Average $941/week

$1,137

$20

Average $24/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,107	$4,926	$1,137	$28
Average	$48,914	$4,076	$941	$24
25th Percentile	$40,756	$3,396	$784	$20

Find Your Next Painter/Illustrator Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Painter/Illustrator job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Cost of Living In Delaware

Cost of Living in Delaware is

1.3% Higher

than the National Average

Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.

Explore Cost of Living Calculator

Empower Your Team

Salary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.

Find Salary.com Comp Consulting

See Salary Trends in 2025

Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.

Price Your Company Jobs and Make Pay Fair

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about