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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Lead Painter?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Lead Painter roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

How does experience change A Lead Painter's salary?

A Lead Painter's salary grows with experience: starting around $80,646 for beginners, reaching about $83,122 at mid-level, and approach $87,782 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Painter?

Lead Painter salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Painter roles are District of Columbia $90,254, California $89,911, Massachusetts $88,713. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Painter roles make?

Salaries for Lead Painter level roles vary by specialization: Team Lead Painter: $84,921; Painter, Senior: $58,690; Painter III: $58,652; Lead Painter Supervisor: $57,449; Painter: $52,578.

Lead Painter Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Painter make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Painter in Delaware is $82,550 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,121
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $68,837 to $91,224
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $56,352

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Lead Painter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,224	$7,602	$1,754	$44
Average	$82,550	$6,879	$1,588	$40
25th Percentile	$68,837	$5,736	$1,324	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Painter Salaries

A Lead 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 Experience Level Affects Lead Painter Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Painter's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $80,646
Early Career (1-2 years): $81,217
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $83,122
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $86,001
Expert (over 8 years): $87,782

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Lead Painter	$80,646
Intermediate Level Lead Painter	$81,217
Senior Level Lead Painter	$83,122
Specialist Level Lead Painter	$86,001
Expert Level Lead Painter	$87,782

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

District of Columbia: $90,254.
California: $89,911.
Massachusetts: $88,713.

District of Columbia $90,254 California $89,911 Massachusetts $88,713 Washington $88,387 New Jersey $88,354 Alaska $88,240 Connecticut $87,115 New York $86,659

Hawaii $85,200 Rhode Island $84,515 Maryland $84,050 Minnesota $83,415 Colorado $83,170 Illinois $83,088 Oregon $82,779 Delaware $82,550

New Hampshire $82,407 Virginia $82,086 Pennsylvania $81,148 Nevada $80,676 North Dakota $80,521 Michigan $80,276 Wisconsin $80,187 Vermont $80,007

Texas $79,510 Maine $79,477 Arizona $79,428 Ohio $79,371 Georgia $78,621 Indiana $78,246 Wyoming $78,173 Utah $78,059

Iowa $78,010 Kansas $77,619 Louisiana $77,505 North Carolina $77,464 Missouri $77,448 Florida $77,130 Montana $76,959 Nebraska $76,795

Kentucky $76,706 South Carolina $76,380 Tennessee $76,176 Idaho $76,094 New Mexico $75,499 Oklahoma $75,369 Alabama $74,888 South Dakota $74,081

Arkansas $73,641 West Virginia $73,404 Mississippi $72,695

Top Paying Cities for Lead 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: $82,179
Little Creek: $82,780
Magnolia: $82,661

Lincoln, DE $82,179 Little Creek, DE $82,780 Magnolia, DE $82,661 Milford, DE $82,387 Marydel, DE $82,523 Millsboro, DE $81,834 Millville, DE $81,960 Milton, DE $82,102

Nassau, DE $82,162 Ocean View, DE $81,946 Rehoboth Beach, DE $82,104 Seaford, DE $82,150 Selbyville, DE $81,810 Smyrna, DE $82,837 Viola, DE $82,456 Woodside, DE $82,678

Bear, DE $82,487 Newark, DE $82,456 Claymont, DE $82,625 Delaware City, DE $82,538 Hockessin, DE $82,449 Kirkwood, DE $82,523 Middletown, DE $82,555 Montchanin, DE $82,467

New Castle, DE $82,480 Odessa, DE $82,595 Port Penn, DE $82,651 Rockland, DE $82,475 Saint Georges, DE $82,528 Townsend, DE $82,656 Winterthur, DE $82,485 Lewes, DE $82,134

Wilmington, DE $82,453 Dover, DE $82,780 Dover Afb, DE $82,344 Bethany Beach, DE $81,860 Bethel, DE $81,945 Bridgeville, DE $82,138 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,547 Cheswold, DE $82,753

Clayton, DE $82,756 Dagsboro, DE $81,803 Delmar, DE $81,672 Ellendale, DE $81,920 Felton, DE $82,381 Fenwick Island, DE $81,821 Frankford, DE $81,678 Frederica, DE $82,462

Georgetown, DE $81,772 Greenwood, DE $82,151 Harbeson, DE $81,859 Harrington, DE $82,277 Hartly, DE $82,533 Houston, DE $82,159 Kenton, DE $82,760 Laurel, DE $81,723

Yorklyn, DE $82,473

Lead Painter Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Lead Painter roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Lead Painter positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Lead Painter as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Lead Painter

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$111,443	$54.0	35%
Financial Services	$103,188	$50.0	25%
Software & Networking	$103,188	$50.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$99,061	$48.0	20%
Aerospace & Defense	$94,933	$46.0	15%

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

Understanding how a Lead 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 July 01, 2026

$68,837

Average $82,550/year

$91,224

$5,736

Average $6,879/month

$7,602

$1,324

Average $1,588/week

$1,754

$33

Average $40/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,224	$7,602	$1,754	$44
Average	$82,550	$6,879	$1,588	$40
25th Percentile	$68,837	$5,736	$1,324	$33

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