How much does a painting make in California?
$41,600a year
Median yearly pay for paintings in California. That is $20.00 an hour or $3,467 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.00
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 37
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,270Median: $41,600Highest 10%: $57,090
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,270 | $18.40 | |
| 25th | $41,600 | $20.00 | |
| Median | $41,600 | $20.00 | |
| 75th | $43,580 | $20.95 | |
| 90th | $57,090 | $27.45 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Sacramento, CA | $49,750 |
| San Jose, CA | $48,470 |
| San Francisco, CA | $47,310 |
| San Diego, CA | $41,680 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $41,600 |
| Riverside, CA | $40,120 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for paintings.
| 19. Kentucky | $42,220 |
| 20. Illinois | $41,960 |
| 21. Pennsylvania | $41,660 |
| 22. California | $41,600 |
| 23. Indiana | $41,350 |
| 24. Arkansas | $40,310 |
| 25. Kansas | $39,470 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a painting make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $20.00 ($41,600 a year).
Do paintings make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $41,600 against $41,600 nationally, 0% more.
Where does California rank for painting pay?
California ranks 22 of 37 states.
Which city in California pays paintings the most?
Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA, with a median of $49,750 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.