Painters, Construction and Maintenance Salary in Ohio (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Painters, Construction and Maintenance in Ohio, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Ohio Median
$49,450
per year
Hourly Rate
$23.77
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+0% vs US median
US median $49,400
State Rank
#26 of 51
5,600 employed here

How much do Painters, Construction and Maintenance make in Ohio?

Painters, Construction and Maintenance in Ohio take home a median of $49,450 annually — roughly $23.77 an hour — which runs 0% above the national median of $49,400.

Within Ohio, entry-level pay starts around $37,060 while the top 10% make $74,400 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $44,040 and $61,790 a year.

Painters, Construction and Maintenance salary range in Ohio

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$37,060$17.82
25th percentile (early career)$44,040$21.17
50th percentile (median)$49,450$23.77
75th percentile (experienced)$61,790$29.71
90th percentile (top earners)$74,400$35.77

How Ohio compares

Ohio ranks 26th out of 51 states and territories for Painters, Construction and Maintenance pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Hawaii$68,220
2Illinois$61,260
3Alaska$60,980
4Washington$59,650
5New York$59,570

Working as Painters, Construction and Maintenance in Ohio

Nationally, about 225,000 people work as Painters, Construction and Maintenance in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare Ohio pay ($49,450) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much do Painters, Construction and Maintenance make in Ohio?
The median Painters, Construction and Maintenance salary in Ohio is $49,450 per year, or about $23.77 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $37,060 at the entry level to $74,400 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Ohio pay compare to the national average?
Ohio pays Painters, Construction and Maintenance about 0% more than the national median of $49,400. Ohio ranks 26th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Ohio a good state for Painters, Construction and Maintenance?
Yes on pay — Ohio pays above the national median for this occupation, at $49,450 a year. About 5,600 Painters, Construction and Maintenance are employed in Ohio. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Ohio?
The highest-paying occupations in Ohio include Surgeon, All Other ($554,220), Cardiologist ($504,260), Anesthesiologist ($490,530), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.