How much does a painting make in Massachusetts?
$54,070a year
Median yearly pay for paintings in Massachusetts. That is $26.00 an hour or $4,506 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.00
- Vs. national median
- +30%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,220Median: $54,070Highest 10%: $59,210
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,220 | $20.30 | |
| 25th | $50,670 | $24.36 | |
| Median | $54,070 | $26.00 | |
| 75th | $55,510 | $26.69 | |
| 90th | $59,210 | $28.47 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $57,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for paintings.
| 1. Washington | $61,210 |
| 2. Nevada | $60,190 |
| 3. Colorado | $54,070 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $54,070 |
| 5. New Jersey | $52,160 |
| 6. Connecticut | $50,720 |
| 7. Ohio | $49,080 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a painting make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $26.00 ($54,070 a year).
Do paintings make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $54,070 against $41,600 nationally, 30% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for painting pay?
Massachusetts ranks 4 of 37 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays paintings the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $57,000 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.