How much does a painting make in Michigan?
$38,500a year
Median yearly pay for paintings in Michigan. That is $18.51 an hour or $3,208 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.51
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 26 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,880Median: $38,500Highest 10%: $49,550
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,880 | $13.88 | |
| 25th | $36,370 | $17.49 | |
| Median | $38,500 | $18.51 | |
| 75th | $45,560 | $21.90 | |
| 90th | $49,550 | $23.82 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Detroit, MI | $40,240 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for paintings.
| 23. Indiana | $41,350 |
| 24. Arkansas | $40,310 |
| 25. Kansas | $39,470 |
| 26. Michigan | $38,500 |
| 27. Utah | $38,430 |
| 28. Louisiana | $38,320 |
| 29. Florida | $37,440 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a painting make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $18.51 ($38,500 a year).
Do paintings make more in Michigan than the national average?
No: $38,500 against $41,600 nationally, 7% less.
Where does Michigan rank for painting pay?
Michigan ranks 26 of 37 states.
Which city in Michigan pays paintings the most?
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI, with a median of $40,240 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.