How much does a Painters make in Albuquerque, NM?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Painters in Albuquerque, NM is $53,667. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $46,711 to $61,890, with most professionals earning between $40,379 and $69,377.

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What is a Painters?

Painters are responsible for applying paint, varnish, and other finishes to a variety of surfaces, including walls, ceilings, furniture, and equipment. They prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and priming, and then apply the appropriate coatings using brushes, rollers, or spray guns. Painters must have a good eye for detail and be able to mix and match colors to achieve the desired finish. They also need to have a good understanding of different types of paint and finishes, as well as the ability to work safely and efficiently. Additionally, Painters may be required to repair and maintain existing paint jobs, as well as communicate with clients to ensure their satisfaction with the finished product.

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Average Base Salary

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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What is the average salary for Painters in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Painters in Albuquerque, NM. The base salary for Painters ranges from $46,711 to $61,890 with the average base salary of $53,667. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $46,920 to $62,185 with the average total cash compensation of $53,881.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $53,667 $46,711 - $61,890
Bonus $214 $208 - $295
Total Pay $53,881 $46,920 - $62,185
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Albuquerque, NM
CITY, STATE Rio Rancho, NM AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $46,562 - $61,692 COMPARE TO Albuquerque, NM
CITY, STATE Santa Fe, NM AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $46,950 - $62,206 COMPARE TO Albuquerque, NM
CITY, STATE Farmington, NM AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $46,085 - $61,060 COMPARE TO Albuquerque, NM
CITY, STATE Alamogordo, NM AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $44,317 - $58,717 COMPARE TO Albuquerque, NM
CITY, STATE Roswell, NM AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $43,571 - $57,730 COMPARE TO Albuquerque, NM
CITY, STATE Las Cruces, NM AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $43,040 - $57,025 COMPARE TO Albuquerque, NM
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Painters Helper LOCATION Albuquerque, NM MINIMUM SALARY $38,751 MAXIMUM SALARY $49,420
JOB TITLE Painters Assistant LOCATION Albuquerque, NM MINIMUM SALARY $41,547 MAXIMUM SALARY $48,951
JOB TITLE Painters Residential and Commercial LOCATION Albuquerque, NM MINIMUM SALARY $47,840 MAXIMUM SALARY $58,657
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About Albuquerque, New Mexico    According to the United States Census Bureau, Albuquerque has a total area of 189.5 square miles (490.9 km2), of which 187.7 square miles (486.2 km2) ....More

Albuquerque, New Mexico  area prices were up 2.5% from a year ago

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