Painter Salary in District of Columbia
Explore painter salaries in District of Columbia including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in DC
$85,226
Monthly: $7,102
Biweekly: $3,278
Entry Level
$44,252
Monthly: $3,688
Biweekly: $1,702
Senior Level
$118,005
Monthly: $9,834
Biweekly: $4,539
Job Growth
10%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $44,252 | $85,226 | $118,005 |
| Monthly | $3,688 | $7,102 | $9,834 |
| Biweekly | $1,702 | $3,278 | $4,539 |
| Weekly | $851 | $1,639 | $2,269 |
| Hourly | $21 | $41 | $57 |
DC vs National Comparison
National Median
$63,130
DC Median
$85,226
Difference
+$22,096
Multiplier
1.35x
About This Career
Paint structures and surfaces for protection and aesthetics.
Education
High school diploma; apprenticeship preferred
Key Skills
Painting TechniquesSurface PreparationSafetyColor Matching
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