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 $53,573, California $53,370, Massachusetts $52,659. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

Painter/Illustrator Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Painter/Illustrator make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Painter/Illustrator in Rhode Island is $50,167 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): $70,140
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,800 to $60,621
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,182

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Painter/Illustrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,621	$5,052	$1,166	$29
Average	$50,167	$4,181	$965	$24
25th Percentile	$41,800	$3,483	$804	$20

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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: $53,573.
California: $53,370.
Massachusetts: $52,659.

District of Columbia $53,573 California $53,370 Massachusetts $52,659 Washington $52,465 New Jersey $52,446 Alaska $52,378 Connecticut $51,711 New York $51,440

Hawaii $50,573 Rhode Island $50,167 Maryland $49,891 Minnesota $49,514 Colorado $49,369 Illinois $49,320 Oregon $49,136 Delaware $49,001

New Hampshire $48,916 Virginia $48,725 Pennsylvania $48,169 Nevada $47,888 North Dakota $47,796 Michigan $47,651 Wisconsin $47,598 Vermont $47,491

Texas $47,196 Maine $47,177 Arizona $47,148 Ohio $47,114 Georgia $46,669 Indiana $46,446 Wyoming $46,403 Utah $46,335

Iowa $46,306 Kansas $46,074 Louisiana $46,006 North Carolina $45,982 Missouri $45,972 Florida $45,783 Montana $45,682 Nebraska $45,585

Kentucky $45,532 South Carolina $45,338 Tennessee $45,217 Idaho $45,169 New Mexico $44,815 Oklahoma $44,738 Alabama $44,453 South Dakota $43,974

Arkansas $43,712 West Virginia $43,572 Mississippi $43,151

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:

Adamsville: $50,794
Albion: $50,365
Ashaway: $50,698

Adamsville, RI $50,794 Albion, RI $50,365 Ashaway, RI $50,698 Barrington, RI $50,232 Block Island, RI $50,512 Bradford, RI $50,667 Bristol, RI $50,426 Carolina, RI $50,584

Charlestown, RI $50,602 Chepachet, RI $50,501 Clayville, RI $50,361 Coventry, RI $50,363 West Greenwich, RI $50,502 East Greenwich, RI $50,329 Exeter, RI $50,488 Fiskeville, RI $50,231

Forestdale, RI $50,618 Foster, RI $50,475 Glendale, RI $50,622 Greene, RI $50,541 Greenville, RI $50,251 Harmony, RI $50,316 Harrisville, RI $50,601 Hope, RI $50,263

Hope Valley, RI $50,653 Hopkinton, RI $50,720 Jamestown, RI $50,551 Kenyon, RI $50,577 Little Compton, RI $50,786 Manville, RI $50,431 Mapleville, RI $50,511 Newport, RI $50,602

Middletown, RI $50,624 North Kingstown, RI $50,416 North Scituate, RI $50,316 Oakland, RI $50,566 Pascoag, RI $50,634 Pawtucket, RI $50,157 Central Falls, RI $50,180 Cumberland, RI $50,465

Lincoln, RI $50,230 Portsmouth, RI $50,596 Prudence Island, RI $50,492 Rockville, RI $50,712 Saunderstown, RI $50,520 Shannock, RI $50,580 Slatersville, RI $50,619 Slocum, RI $50,519

Tiverton, RI $50,750 Wakefield, RI $50,563 Kingston, RI $50,544 Narragansett, RI $50,577 Peace Dale, RI $50,557 Warren, RI $50,362 Warwick, RI $50,222 Westerly, RI $50,710

West Kingston, RI $50,560 West Warwick, RI $50,283 Wood River Junction, RI $50,632 Woonsocket, RI $50,621 North Smithfield, RI $50,506 Wyoming, RI $50,580 Providence, RI $50,143 Cranston, RI $50,150

North Providence, RI $50,155 East Providence, RI $50,146 Riverside, RI $50,162 Rumford, RI $50,155 Smithfield, RI $50,257 Johnston, RI $50,172

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$50,167
Growth Stage	51~500	$50,167
Established	501~5000	$50,167
Enterprise	5000+	$50,167

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 July 01, 2026

$41,800

Average $50,167/year

$60,621

$3,483

Average $4,181/month

$5,052

$804

Average $965/week

$1,166

$20

Average $24/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,621	$5,052	$1,166	$29
Average	$50,167	$4,181	$965	$24
25th Percentile	$41,800	$3,483	$804	$20

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