Painter Salary in Chicago, IL
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$51,862
Hourly Rate
$24.93
/hour
Jobs in Area
398
employed
Painter Salary Range in Chicago, IL
Annual Salary Range
$34k
10th percentile
$44k
25th
$61k
75th
$73k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $34,366 | $16.52 |
| 25th Percentile | $43,704 | $21.01 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $51,862 | $24.93 |
| 75th Percentile | $60,777 | $29.22 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $73,045 | $35.12 |
| Average (Mean) | $54,984 | $26.43 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Painter salary in Chicago, IL is $51,862 per year or $24.93 per hour as of 2024. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2024. The geographic area covered is the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Chicago, IL Compares
vs National Average
$49,350
vs Illinois Average
$46,104
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$49,205
Cost of living in Chicago, IL is 5.4% above the national average.
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