How much does a painting make in Virginia Beach?
$46,810a year
Median yearly pay for paintings in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC metro area. That is $22.50 an hour or $3,901 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.50
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among cities
- 17 of 39
- Jobs in the area
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,870Median: $46,810Highest 10%: $65,560
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,870 | $17.73 | |
| 25th | $40,290 | $19.37 | |
| Median | $46,810 | $22.50 | |
| 75th | $59,140 | $28.43 | |
| 90th | $65,560 | $31.52 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for paintings.
| Washington, DC | $53,290 |
| Richmond, VA | $48,570 |
Related jobs in Virginia Beach
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmer | $84,260 |
| Power Distributor and Dispatcher | $81,080 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Worker | $79,620 |
| Separating | $76,350 |
| Layout Worker | $67,540 |
| Stationary Engineer and Boiler Operator | $67,540 |
| Power Plant Operator | $66,500 |
| Grinding and Polishing Worker | $65,540 |
| Tool and Die Maker | $64,050 |
| Machinist | $62,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a painting make an hour in Virginia Beach?
The median hourly pay in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC metro area is $22.50 ($46,810 a year).
Do paintings make more in Virginia Beach than the national average?
Yes: $46,810 against $41,600 nationally, 13% more.
How does Virginia Beach compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $47,090, so Virginia Beach pays 1% less.
Where does Virginia Beach rank for painting pay?
17 of 39 metro areas with data.
How much does a painting make starting out in Virginia Beach?
The lowest-paid 10% make $36,870 or less a year; the top 10% make $65,560 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.