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 $80,674 for beginners, reaching about $83,151 at mid-level, and approach $87,815 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 $90,286, California $89,943, Massachusetts $88,745. 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: $84,975; Painter, Senior: $58,690; Painter III: $58,666; Lead Painter Supervisor: $57,464; Painter: $52,580.

Lead Painter Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Painter make in Delaware?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Painter in Delaware is $82,580 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): $99,167
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $68,861 to $91,262
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $56,370

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Lead Painter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,262	$7,605	$1,755	$44
Average	$82,580	$6,882	$1,588	$40
25th Percentile	$68,861	$5,738	$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): $80,674
Early Career (1-2 years): $81,246
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $83,151
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $86,032
Expert (over 8 years): $87,815

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Lead Painter	$80,674
Intermediate Level Lead Painter	$81,246
Senior Level Lead Painter	$83,151
Specialist Level Lead Painter	$86,032
Expert Level Lead Painter	$87,815

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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: $90,286.
California: $89,943.
Massachusetts: $88,745.

District of Columbia $90,286 California $89,943 Massachusetts $88,745 Washington $88,418 New Jersey $88,386 Alaska $88,272 Connecticut $87,146 New York $86,690

Hawaii $85,230 Rhode Island $84,545 Maryland $84,080 Minnesota $83,444 Colorado $83,200 Illinois $83,118 Oregon $82,808 Delaware $82,580

New Hampshire $82,436 Virginia $82,115 Pennsylvania $81,177 Nevada $80,704 North Dakota $80,549 Michigan $80,305 Wisconsin $80,215 Vermont $80,036

Texas $79,538 Maine $79,506 Arizona $79,457 Ohio $79,400 Georgia $78,649 Indiana $78,274 Wyoming $78,201 Utah $78,087

Iowa $78,038 Kansas $77,646 Louisiana $77,532 North Carolina $77,491 Missouri $77,475 Florida $77,157 Montana $76,986 Nebraska $76,823

Kentucky $76,733 South Carolina $76,407 Tennessee $76,203 Idaho $76,122 New Mexico $75,526 Oklahoma $75,396 Alabama $74,915 South Dakota $74,107

Arkansas $73,667 West Virginia $73,431 Mississippi $72,721

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: $82,208
Little Creek: $82,810
Magnolia: $82,691

Lincoln, DE $82,208 Little Creek, DE $82,810 Magnolia, DE $82,691 Milford, DE $82,417 Marydel, DE $82,552 Millsboro, DE $81,863 Millville, DE $81,989 Milton, DE $82,131

Nassau, DE $82,191 Ocean View, DE $81,976 Rehoboth Beach, DE $82,133 Seaford, DE $82,179 Selbyville, DE $81,839 Smyrna, DE $82,867 Viola, DE $82,485 Woodside, DE $82,707

Bear, DE $82,516 Newark, DE $82,485 Claymont, DE $82,654 Delaware City, DE $82,568 Hockessin, DE $82,478 Kirkwood, DE $82,552 Middletown, DE $82,584 Montchanin, DE $82,497

New Castle, DE $82,509 Odessa, DE $82,625 Port Penn, DE $82,680 Rockland, DE $82,505 Saint Georges, DE $82,558 Townsend, DE $82,685 Winterthur, DE $82,515 Lewes, DE $82,163

Wilmington, DE $82,482 Dover, DE $82,810 Dover Afb, DE $82,374 Bethany Beach, DE $81,889 Bethel, DE $81,974 Bridgeville, DE $82,167 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,577 Cheswold, DE $82,783

Clayton, DE $82,785 Dagsboro, DE $81,832 Delmar, DE $81,701 Ellendale, DE $81,949 Felton, DE $82,410 Fenwick Island, DE $81,850 Frankford, DE $81,707 Frederica, DE $82,492

Georgetown, DE $81,801 Greenwood, DE $82,180 Harbeson, DE $81,888 Harrington, DE $82,306 Hartly, DE $82,562 Houston, DE $82,188 Kenton, DE $82,789 Laurel, DE $81,752

Yorklyn, DE $82,502

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	$111,483	$54.0	35%
Financial Services	$103,225	$50.0	25%
Software & Networking	$103,225	$50.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$99,096	$48.0	20%
Aerospace & Defense	$94,967	$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 September 01, 2026

$68,861

Average $82,580/year

$91,262

$5,738

Average $6,882/month

$7,605

$1,324

Average $1,588/week

$1,755

$33

Average $40/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,262	$7,605	$1,755	$44
Average	$82,580	$6,882	$1,588	$40
25th Percentile	$68,861	$5,738	$1,324	$33

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