What are the main factors that influence an Union 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 Union Painter?

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Union Painter roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Union Painter's salary?

An Union Painter's salary grows with experience: a Painter I (0-1 years)earns $46,732, a Union Painter (1-3 years)earns $53,520, a Painter III (3-5 years)earns $60,038,

What are the highest paying states for an Union Painter?

Union Painter salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Union Painter roles are District of Columbia $56,961, California $56,745, Massachusetts $55,988. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Union Painter roles make?

Salaries for Union Painter level roles vary by specialization: Union Representative: $73,910; union carpenter: $64,789; Union Lineman: $60,977; Union Organizer: $53,670; Union Electrician: $53,097.

Union Painter Salary in Delaware

How much does an Union Painter make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Union Painter in Delaware is $52,099 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $59,745
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,280 to $56,101
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,072

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Union Painter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,101	$4,675	$1,079	$27
Average	$52,099	$4,342	$1,002	$25
25th Percentile	$45,280	$3,773	$871	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Union Painter Salaries

An Union 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 Union 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 Union Painters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $56,961.
California: $56,745.
Massachusetts: $55,988.

District of Columbia $56,961 California $56,745 Massachusetts $55,988 Washington $55,783 New Jersey $55,762 Alaska $55,690 Connecticut $54,980 New York $54,692

Hawaii $53,771 Rhode Island $53,339 Maryland $53,046 Minnesota $52,644 Colorado $52,490 Illinois $52,439 Oregon $52,243 Delaware $52,099

New Hampshire $52,009 Virginia $51,806 Pennsylvania $51,214 Nevada $50,916 North Dakota $50,818 Michigan $50,664 Wisconsin $50,607 Vermont $50,494

Texas $50,180 Maine $50,160 Arizona $50,129 Ohio $50,093 Georgia $49,619 Indiana $49,383 Wyoming $49,337 Utah $49,264

Iowa $49,234 Kansas $48,987 Louisiana $48,915 North Carolina $48,889 Missouri $48,879 Florida $48,678 Montana $48,570 Nebraska $48,467

Kentucky $48,410 South Carolina $48,205 Tennessee $48,076 Idaho $48,025 New Mexico $47,649 Oklahoma $47,567 Alabama $47,263 South Dakota $46,754

Arkansas $46,476 West Virginia $46,327 Mississippi $45,879

Top Paying Cities for Union 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: $51,865
Little Creek: $52,244
Magnolia: $52,169

Lincoln, DE $51,865 Little Creek, DE $52,244 Magnolia, DE $52,169 Milford, DE $51,996 Marydel, DE $52,082 Millsboro, DE $51,647 Millville, DE $51,727 Milton, DE $51,816

Nassau, DE $51,854 Ocean View, DE $51,718 Rehoboth Beach, DE $51,817 Seaford, DE $51,847 Selbyville, DE $51,632 Smyrna, DE $52,280 Viola, DE $52,039 Woodside, DE $52,179

Bear, DE $52,059 Newark, DE $52,039 Claymont, DE $52,146 Delaware City, DE $52,091 Hockessin, DE $52,035 Kirkwood, DE $52,082 Middletown, DE $52,102 Montchanin, DE $52,047

New Castle, DE $52,054 Odessa, DE $52,127 Port Penn, DE $52,162 Rockland, DE $52,052 Saint Georges, DE $52,085 Townsend, DE $52,166 Winterthur, DE $52,058 Lewes, DE $51,836

Wilmington, DE $52,037 Dover, DE $52,244 Dover Afb, DE $51,969 Bethany Beach, DE $51,663 Bethel, DE $51,717 Bridgeville, DE $51,839 Camden Wyoming, DE $52,097 Cheswold, DE $52,227

Clayton, DE $52,229 Dagsboro, DE $51,627 Delmar, DE $51,545 Ellendale, DE $51,701 Felton, DE $51,992 Fenwick Island, DE $51,639 Frankford, DE $51,549 Frederica, DE $52,044

Georgetown, DE $51,608 Greenwood, DE $51,847 Harbeson, DE $51,663 Harrington, DE $51,926 Hartly, DE $52,088 Houston, DE $51,852 Kenton, DE $52,231 Laurel, DE $51,577

Yorklyn, DE $52,050

Union Painter Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Union Painter roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Union Painter positions in MFG Nondurable or Energy & Utilities typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Union Painter as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Union Painter

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$62,519	$30.0	20%
Financial Services	$59,914	$29.0	15%
Telecom	$59,914	$29.0	15%
Biotechnology	$57,309	$28.0	10%
MFG Durable	$57,309	$28.0	10%

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

Understanding how an Union 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

$45,280

Average $52,099/year

$56,101

$3,773

Average $4,342/month

$4,675

$871

Average $1,002/week

$1,079

$22

Average $25/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,101	$4,675	$1,079	$27
Average	$52,099	$4,342	$1,002	$25
25th Percentile	$45,280	$3,773	$871	$22

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