How much does a painting make in Illinois?
$41,960a year
Median yearly pay for paintings in Illinois. That is $20.17 an hour or $3,497 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.17
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,200Median: $41,960Highest 10%: $59,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,200 | $15.00 | |
| 25th | $32,240 | $15.50 | |
| Median | $41,960 | $20.17 | |
| 75th | $48,400 | $23.27 | |
| 90th | $59,500 | $28.61 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| St. Louis, MO | $49,440 |
| Chicago, IL | $33,830 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for paintings.
| 17. Minnesota | $43,630 |
| 18. North Carolina | $42,960 |
| 19. Kentucky | $42,220 |
| 20. Illinois | $41,960 |
| 21. Pennsylvania | $41,660 |
| 22. California | $41,600 |
| 23. Indiana | $41,350 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a painting make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $20.17 ($41,960 a year).
Do paintings make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $41,960 against $41,600 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Illinois rank for painting pay?
Illinois ranks 20 of 37 states.
Which city in Illinois pays paintings the most?
St. Louis, MO-IL, with a median of $49,440 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.