Painter Salary in Mississippi
Explore painter salaries in Mississippi including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in MS
$49,241
Monthly: $4,103
Biweekly: $1,894
Entry Level
$25,568
Monthly: $2,131
Biweekly: $983
Senior Level
$68,181
Monthly: $5,682
Biweekly: $2,622
Job Growth
10%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $25,568 | $49,241 | $68,181 |
| Monthly | $2,131 | $4,103 | $5,682 |
| Biweekly | $983 | $1,894 | $2,622 |
| Weekly | $492 | $947 | $1,311 |
| Hourly | $12 | $24 | $33 |
MS vs National Comparison
National Median
$63,130
MS Median
$49,241
Difference
-$13,889
Multiplier
0.78x
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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