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

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

How does experience change A Journeyman Painter's salary?

A Journeyman Painter's salary grows with experience: a Painter I (0-1 years)earns $46,137, a Journeyman Painter (1-3 years)earns $52,835, a Painter III (3-5 years)earns $59,258,

What are the highest paying states for a Journeyman Painter?

Journeyman Painter salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Journeyman Painter roles are District of Columbia $56,225, California $56,012, Massachusetts $55,266. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Journeyman Painter roles make?

Salaries for Journeyman Painter level roles vary by specialization: Journeyman Lineman: $88,090; Journeyman Painter Foreman: $86,875; Journeyman Boilermaker: $67,100; Plumber, Journeyman: $64,980; Electrician Journeyman: $64,700.

Journeyman Painter Salary in Delaware

How much does a Journeyman Painter make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Journeyman Painter in Delaware is $51,426 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $58,987
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $44,666 to $55,384
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,511

Compensation Planning

Develop a Job Description

Pay Equity

2025 Compensation Trend

AI-Powered HR

AI-Powered Talent

Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits

View as table

Journeyman Painter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,384	$4,615	$1,065	$27
Average	$51,426	$4,286	$989	$25
25th Percentile	$44,666	$3,722	$859	$21

You may get higher pay by adjusting the following factors:

Change Search Criteria

Check out Journeyman Painter Job Openings in Delaware

Registered Nurse

Bethany on the Lake - ALEXANDRIA, MN

Travel L&D RN

Focus Staff - GEORGETOWN, TX

Registered Nurse

Oaklawn Rehabilitation Center - MANKATO, MN

Registered Nurse

Hillcrest Rehabilitation Center - MANKATO, MN

Search More Journeyman Painter Jobs in Delaware

Key Factors That Influence Journeyman Painter Salaries

A Journeyman Painter'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.

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

District of Columbia: $56,225.
California: $56,012.
Massachusetts: $55,266.

District of Columbia $56,225 California $56,012 Massachusetts $55,266 Washington $55,062 New Jersey $55,042 Alaska $54,971 Connecticut $54,270 New York $53,986

Hawaii $53,077 Rhode Island $52,650 Maryland $52,361 Minnesota $51,965 Colorado $51,812 Illinois $51,762 Oregon $51,569 Delaware $51,426

New Hampshire $51,337 Virginia $51,137 Pennsylvania $50,553 Nevada $50,258 North Dakota $50,162 Michigan $50,010 Wisconsin $49,954 Vermont $49,842

Texas $49,532 Maine $49,512 Arizona $49,481 Ohio $49,446 Georgia $48,979 Indiana $48,745 Wyoming $48,699 Utah $48,628

Iowa $48,598 Kansas $48,354 Louisiana $48,283 North Carolina $48,258 Missouri $48,248 Florida $48,049 Montana $47,943 Nebraska $47,841

Kentucky $47,785 South Carolina $47,582 Tennessee $47,455 Idaho $47,405 New Mexico $47,034 Oklahoma $46,953 Alabama $46,653 South Dakota $46,150

Arkansas $45,876 West Virginia $45,729 Mississippi $45,287

Top Paying Cities for Journeyman Painters

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: $51,195
Little Creek: $51,570
Magnolia: $51,495

Lincoln, DE $51,195 Little Creek, DE $51,570 Magnolia, DE $51,495 Milford, DE $51,325 Marydel, DE $51,409 Millsboro, DE $50,980 Millville, DE $51,059 Milton, DE $51,147

Nassau, DE $51,184 Ocean View, DE $51,050 Rehoboth Beach, DE $51,148 Seaford, DE $51,177 Selbyville, DE $50,965 Smyrna, DE $51,605 Viola, DE $51,368 Woodside, DE $51,506

Bear, DE $51,387 Newark, DE $51,368 Claymont, DE $51,473 Delaware City, DE $51,419 Hockessin, DE $51,363 Kirkwood, DE $51,409 Middletown, DE $51,429 Montchanin, DE $51,375

New Castle, DE $51,382 Odessa, DE $51,454 Port Penn, DE $51,489 Rockland, DE $51,380 Saint Georges, DE $51,413 Townsend, DE $51,492 Winterthur, DE $51,386 Lewes, DE $51,167

Wilmington, DE $51,365 Dover, DE $51,570 Dover Afb, DE $51,298 Bethany Beach, DE $50,996 Bethel, DE $51,049 Bridgeville, DE $51,169 Camden Wyoming, DE $51,424 Cheswold, DE $51,553

Clayton, DE $51,554 Dagsboro, DE $50,961 Delmar, DE $50,879 Ellendale, DE $51,033 Felton, DE $51,321 Fenwick Island, DE $50,972 Frankford, DE $50,883 Frederica, DE $51,372

Georgetown, DE $50,941 Greenwood, DE $51,178 Harbeson, DE $50,996 Harrington, DE $51,256 Hartly, DE $51,415 Houston, DE $51,183 Kenton, DE $51,557 Laurel, DE $50,911

Yorklyn, DE $51,378

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

Understanding how a Journeyman Painter'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 May 01, 2026

$44,666

Average $51,426/year

$55,384

$3,722

Average $4,286/month

$4,615

$859

Average $989/week

$1,065

$21

Average $25/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,384	$4,615	$1,065	$27
Average	$51,426	$4,286	$989	$25
25th Percentile	$44,666	$3,722	$859	$21

Salaries of jobs related to Journeyman Painter

Find Your Next Journeyman Painter Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Journeyman Painter 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