How much does a painting make in Missouri?
$48,560a year
Median yearly pay for paintings in Missouri. That is $23.35 an hour or $4,047 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.35
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,120Median: $48,560Highest 10%: $56,420
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,120 | $18.81 | |
| 25th | $44,440 | $21.37 | |
| Median | $48,560 | $23.35 | |
| 75th | $50,520 | $24.29 | |
| 90th | $56,420 | $27.13 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $50,160 |
| St. Louis, MO | $49,440 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for paintings.
| 5. New Jersey | $52,160 |
| 6. Connecticut | $50,720 |
| 7. Ohio | $49,080 |
| 8. Missouri | $48,560 |
| 9. New York | $48,510 |
| 10. Wisconsin | $48,330 |
| 11. Maryland | $47,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a painting make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $23.35 ($48,560 a year).
Do paintings make more in Missouri than the national average?
Yes: $48,560 against $41,600 nationally, 17% more.
Where does Missouri rank for painting pay?
Missouri ranks 8 of 37 states.
Which city in Missouri pays paintings the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $50,160 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.