Painters, Construction and Maintenance Salary in Idaho

$22,176 $71,967
10th pct Median: $41,841 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$22,176
25th Percentile$30,126
50th (Median)$41,841
75th Percentile$57,741
90th (Top Earners)$71,967
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Idaho median salary of $41,841 for Painters, Construction and Maintenance has the purchasing power of approximately $41,304 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Idaho's higher cost of living (COL index: 101.3) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Painters, Construction and Maintenance make in Idaho?
Painters, Construction and Maintenance in Idaho earn a median annual salary of $41,841 per year ($20.12/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $46,490.
Is Idaho a good state for Painters, Construction and Maintenance?
Idaho pays slightly below the national average for painters, construction and maintenance. Cost of living in Idaho is near the national average (COL index: 101.3).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Painters, Construction and Maintenance in Idaho?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 101.3 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $41,841 salary in Idaho has the purchasing power of approximately $41,304 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Idaho reduce real purchasing power.
How does Idaho compare to neighboring states for Painters, Construction and Maintenance salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Painters, Construction and Maintenance salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Idaho

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $298,980
2 Radiologists $278,928
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $275,598
4 Neurologists $266,040
5 Surgeons, All Other $265,068
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $244,692
7 Psychiatrists $224,818
8 Physicians, Pathologists $219,528
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Painters, Construction and Maintenance in Idaho

Painters, Construction and Maintenance work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the construction trades sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: High school diploma

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