How much does a Painters make in Lake Charles, LA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Painters in Lake Charles, LA is $52,868. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $46,016 to $60,968, with most professionals earning between $39,778 and $68,344.

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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

Core compensation

 
 
 
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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 Lake Charles, LA. The base salary for Painters ranges from $46,016 to $60,968 with the average base salary of $52,868. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $46,221 to $61,259 with the average total cash compensation of $53,079.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $52,868 $46,016 - $60,968
Bonus $211 $205 - $291
Total Pay $53,079 $46,221 - $61,259
* 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 Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE Port Arthur, TX AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $47,059 - $62,351 COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE Beaumont, TX AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $47,939 - $63,516 COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE Lafayette, LA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $44,903 - $59,494 COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE Alexandria, LA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $43,522 - $57,664 COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE New Iberia, LA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $44,640 - $59,145 COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE Galveston, TX AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $49,409 - $65,464 COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Painters Helper LOCATION Lake Charles, LA MINIMUM SALARY $38,174 MAXIMUM SALARY $48,684
JOB TITLE Painters Assistant LOCATION Lake Charles, LA MINIMUM SALARY $41,547 MAXIMUM SALARY $48,951
JOB TITLE Painters Residential and Commercial LOCATION Lake Charles, LA MINIMUM SALARY $47,840 MAXIMUM SALARY $58,657
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About Lake Charles, Louisiana    Lake Charles (French: Lac Charles) is the fifth-largest incorporated city in the U.S. state of Louisiana, located on Lake Charles, Prien Lake, and the....More

Lake Charles, Louisiana  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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