How much does a painting make in Richmond?
$48,570a year
Median yearly pay for paintings in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $23.35 an hour or $4,048 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.35
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among cities
- 12 of 39
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,920Median: $48,570Highest 10%: $60,820
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,920 | $18.23 | |
| 25th | $41,980 | $20.18 | |
| Median | $48,570 | $23.35 | |
| 75th | $55,670 | $26.76 | |
| 90th | $60,820 | $29.24 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for paintings.
| Washington, DC | $53,290 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $46,810 |
Related jobs in Richmond
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Salaries for every job in Richmond, VAFrequently asked questions
How much does a painting make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $23.35 ($48,570 a year).
Do paintings make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $48,570 against $41,600 nationally, 17% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $47,090, so Richmond pays 3% more.
Where does Richmond rank for painting pay?
12 of 39 metro areas with data.
How much does a painting make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,920 or less a year; the top 10% make $60,820 or more.
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.