Painter Salary in Alaska
Apply paint, stain, and protective coatings to the interiors and exteriors of homes, businesses, and industrial structures.
Alaska Painter Wages at a Glance
Alaska painters earn a statewide median of $60,980 per year ($29.32 per hour), up 3.4% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $43,880 at the 10th percentile to $85,440 at the 90th.
Alaska employs approximately 440 painters statewide, up 25.7% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anchorage | $60,360 | $29.02/hr | 330 | up 5.0% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.