Industrial Coatings Foreman Salary in the United States

How much does an Industrial Coatings Foreman make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Industrial Coatings Foreman in the United States is $89,012 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

However, an Industrial Coatings Foreman's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $107,401
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $80,283 to $98,637
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,335
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Industrial Coatings Foreman Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $98,637 $8,220 $1,897 $47
Average $89,012 $7,418 $1,712 $43
25th Percentile $80,283 $6,690 $1,544 $39
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Key Factors That Influence Industrial Coatings Foreman Salaries

An Industrial Coatings Foreman'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 Industrial Coatings Foreman Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Industrial Coatings Foreman'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): $85,017
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $85,674
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $87,384
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $90,003
  • Expert (over 8 years): $91,843
Levels Salary
Entry Level Industrial Coatings Foreman$85,017
Intermediate Level Industrial Coatings Foreman$85,674
Senior Level Industrial Coatings Foreman$87,384
Specialist Level Industrial Coatings Foreman$90,003
Expert Level Industrial Coatings Foreman$91,843
$85,017 0 yr
$85,674 < 2 yrs
$87,384 2-4 yrs
$90,003 5-8 yrs
$91,843 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Industrial Coatings Foreman 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 Industrial Coatings Foremans. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $98,554.
  • California: $98,180.
  • Massachusetts: $96,872.

Top Paying Cities for Industrial Coatings Foremans

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:

  • San Jose: $112,271
  • San Francisco: $111,041
  • Oakland: $108,701

What Skills Can Increase an Industrial Coatings Foreman's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 11.12% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Carpentry (Mentioned in 1.72% Job Postings): Carpentry is a skilled trade and a craft in which the primary work performed is the cutting, shaping and installation of building materials during the construction of buildings, ships, timber bridges, concrete formwork, etc. Carpenters traditionally worked with natural wood and did the rougher work such as framing, but today many other materials are also used and sometimes the finer trades of cabinetmaking and furniture building are considered carpentry. In the United States, 98.5% of carpenters are male, and it was the fourth most male-dominated occupation in the country in 1999. In 2006 in the United States, there were about 1.5 million carpentry positions. Carpenters are usually the first tradesmen on a job and the last to leave. Carpenters normally framed post-and-beam buildings until the end of the 19th century; now this old fashioned carpentry is called timber framing. Carpenters learn this trade by being employed through an apprenticeship training—normally 4 years—and qualify by successfully completing that country's competence test in places such as the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Australia and South Africa. It is also common that the skill can be learned by gaining work experience other than a formal training program, which may be the case in many places.
  • Safety Training (Mentioned in 1.59% Job Postings): Providing learning programs designed to train employees on precautionary processes and procedures to perform their duties safely and effectively.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 11.12%
Carpentry 1.72%
Safety Training 1.59%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Industrial Coatings Foreman's salary.
  • Field Support: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Construction Management: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Field Support
$97,023
9%
Construction Management
$97,023
9%
Analysis
$96,133
8%
Project Management
$96,133
8%
Coordination
$94,353
6%
Quality Control
$94,353
6%
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Industrial Coatings Foreman Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Industrial Coatings Foreman 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 Pharmaceuticals and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Industrial Coatings Foreman positions in Telecom or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Industrial Coatings Foreman as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Industrial Coatings Foreman

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$106,814$51.020%
Energy & Utilities$102,364$49.015%
Aerospace & Defense$97,913$47.010%
Insurance$97,913$47.010%
Software & Networking$97,913$47.010%

Industrial Coatings Foreman Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Industrial Coatings Foreman'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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Industrial Coatings Foreman

Salaries for an Industrial Coatings Foreman can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $74,569 in 2023 to around $73,328 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Industrial Coatings Foreman salary trends, .

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FAQ about Industrial Coatings Foreman

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Industrial Coatings Foreman?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Industrial Coatings Foreman roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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