How much does a helpers--painter make in Washington?
$39,360a year
Median yearly pay for helpers--painters in Washington. That is $18.92 an hour or $3,280 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.92
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 25
- Jobs in the state
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,800Median: $39,360Highest 10%: $56,820
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,800 | $17.21 | |
| 25th | $37,340 | $17.95 | |
| Median | $39,360 | $18.92 | |
| 75th | $52,060 | $25.03 | |
| 90th | $56,820 | $27.32 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $40,370 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for helpers--painters.
| 8. Connecticut | $43,070 |
| 9. Colorado | $42,470 |
| 10. Oregon | $40,180 |
| 11. Washington | $39,360 |
| 12. Maryland | $39,080 |
| 13. Idaho | $38,760 |
| 14. Nevada | $38,330 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a helpers--painter make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $18.92 ($39,360 a year).
Do helpers--painters make more in Washington than the national average?
No: $39,360 against $40,470 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Washington rank for helpers--painter pay?
Washington ranks 11 of 25 states.
Which city in Washington pays helpers--painters the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $40,370 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.