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

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Auto Painter roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Auto Painter's salary?

An Auto Painter's salary grows with experience: an Automotive Mechanic I (0-1 years)earns $50,656, an Automotive Mechanic II (1-3 years)earns $57,185, an Auto Painter (3-5 years)earns $63,889, an Automotive Mechanic IV (5-7 years)earns $69,910,

What are the highest paying states for an Auto Painter?

Auto Painter salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Auto Painter roles are District of Columbia $69,359, California $69,096, Massachusetts $68,175. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Auto Painter roles make?

Salaries for Auto Painter level roles vary by specialization: Painter, Senior: $58,690; Painter III: $58,652; Painter: $52,578; Painter, Experienced: $52,303; Intermediate Painter: $52,290.

Auto Painter Salary in Delaware

How much does an Auto Painter make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Auto Painter in Delaware is $63,439 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,784
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,965 to $68,331
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,071

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Auto Painter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,331	$5,694	$1,314	$33
Average	$63,439	$5,287	$1,220	$30
25th Percentile	$56,965	$4,747	$1,095	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Auto Painter Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $69,359.
California: $69,096.
Massachusetts: $68,175.

District of Columbia $69,359 California $69,096 Massachusetts $68,175 Washington $67,924 New Jersey $67,899 Alaska $67,812 Connecticut $66,947 New York $66,596

Hawaii $65,475 Rhode Island $64,949 Maryland $64,592 Minnesota $64,103 Colorado $63,915 Illinois $63,853 Oregon $63,614 Delaware $63,439

New Hampshire $63,329 Virginia $63,082 Pennsylvania $62,362 Nevada $61,998 North Dakota $61,879 Michigan $61,691 Wisconsin $61,622 Vermont $61,485

Texas $61,102 Maine $61,077 Arizona $61,040 Ohio $60,996 Georgia $60,420 Indiana $60,131 Wyoming $60,075 Utah $59,987

Iowa $59,950 Kansas $59,649 Louisiana $59,561 North Carolina $59,530 Missouri $59,518 Florida $59,273 Montana $59,142 Nebraska $59,016

Kentucky $58,948 South Carolina $58,697 Tennessee $58,540 Idaho $58,478 New Mexico $58,020 Oklahoma $57,920 Alabama $57,551 South Dakota $56,930

Arkansas $56,592 West Virginia $56,410 Mississippi $55,865

Top Paying Cities for Auto 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: $63,153
Little Creek: $63,616
Magnolia: $63,524

Lincoln, DE $63,153 Little Creek, DE $63,616 Magnolia, DE $63,524 Milford, DE $63,314 Marydel, DE $63,418 Millsboro, DE $62,888 Millville, DE $62,986 Milton, DE $63,095

Nassau, DE $63,140 Ocean View, DE $62,975 Rehoboth Beach, DE $63,096 Seaford, DE $63,131 Selbyville, DE $62,870 Smyrna, DE $63,660 Viola, DE $63,366 Woodside, DE $63,537

Bear, DE $63,390 Newark, DE $63,366 Claymont, DE $63,496 Delaware City, DE $63,430 Hockessin, DE $63,361 Kirkwood, DE $63,418 Middletown, DE $63,442 Montchanin, DE $63,375

New Castle, DE $63,385 Odessa, DE $63,474 Port Penn, DE $63,516 Rockland, DE $63,381 Saint Georges, DE $63,422 Townsend, DE $63,520 Winterthur, DE $63,389 Lewes, DE $63,119

Wilmington, DE $63,364 Dover, DE $63,616 Dover Afb, DE $63,281 Bethany Beach, DE $62,908 Bethel, DE $62,974 Bridgeville, DE $63,122 Camden Wyoming, DE $63,437 Cheswold, DE $63,595

Clayton, DE $63,597 Dagsboro, DE $62,865 Delmar, DE $62,764 Ellendale, DE $62,954 Felton, DE $63,309 Fenwick Island, DE $62,878 Frankford, DE $62,769 Frederica, DE $63,371

Georgetown, DE $62,841 Greenwood, DE $63,132 Harbeson, DE $62,908 Harrington, DE $63,229 Hartly, DE $63,425 Houston, DE $63,138 Kenton, DE $63,600 Laurel, DE $62,803

Yorklyn, DE $63,380

Auto Painter Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Auto 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 Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Auto Painter positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Auto Painter as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Auto Painter

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$76,127	$37.0	20%
Biotechnology	$76,127	$37.0	20%
Financial Services	$76,127	$37.0	20%
Healthcare	$76,127	$37.0	20%

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

Understanding how an Auto 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

$56,965

Average $63,439/year

$68,331

$4,747

Average $5,287/month

$5,694

$1,095

Average $1,220/week

$1,314

$27

Average $30/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,331	$5,694	$1,314	$33
Average	$63,439	$5,287	$1,220	$30
25th Percentile	$56,965	$4,747	$1,095	$27

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