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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Paint Manager in Missouri is $97,210 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.
However, a Paint Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Paint Manager Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $107,672 | $8,973 | $2,071 | $52 |
| Average | $97,210 | $8,101 | $1,869 | $47 |
| 25th Percentile | $84,578 | $7,048 | $1,626 | $41 |
RESRG Automotive - Portageville, MO
Buchheit - House Springs, MO
Jet Midwest - Kansas City, MO
Painters Supply & Equipment Co. - Arnold, MO
A Paint Manager'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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Paint Manager'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Facilitie... Level Paint Manager | $79,020 |
| Facilitie... Level Paint Manager | $87,789 |
| Paint Man... Level Paint Manager | $99,843 |
| Facilitie... Level Paint Manager | $127,715 |
| Facilitie... Level Paint Manager | $163,552 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Paint Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Paint Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Paint Manager positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Paint Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace & Defense | $106,931 | $51.0 | 10% |
| Biotechnology | $106,931 | $51.0 | 10% |
| Energy & Utilities | $106,931 | $51.0 | 10% |
| Financial Services | $106,931 | $51.0 | 10% |
| Healthcare | $106,931 | $51.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a Paint Manager'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $107,672 | $8,973 | $2,071 | $52 |
| Average | $97,210 | $8,101 | $1,869 | $47 |
| 25th Percentile | $84,578 | $7,048 | $1,626 | $41 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Paint Manager job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
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