How much does a painting make in Kentucky?
$42,220a year
Median yearly pay for paintings in Kentucky. That is $20.30 an hour or $3,518 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.30
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,640Median: $42,220Highest 10%: $60,050
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,640 | $16.65 | |
| 25th | $36,650 | $17.62 | |
| Median | $42,220 | $20.30 | |
| 75th | $57,780 | $27.78 | |
| 90th | $60,050 | $28.87 |
Cities in Kentucky
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Louisville, KY | $37,170 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for paintings.
| 16. South Carolina | $43,820 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a painting make an hour in Kentucky?
The median hourly pay in Kentucky is $20.30 ($42,220 a year).
Do paintings make more in Kentucky than the national average?
Yes: $42,220 against $41,600 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Kentucky rank for painting pay?
Kentucky ranks 19 of 37 states.
Which city in Kentucky pays paintings the most?
Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN, with a median of $37,170 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.