Painter Salary in Florida
Apply paint, stain, and protective coatings to the interiors and exteriors of homes, businesses, and industrial structures.
Florida Painter Wages at a Glance
Florida painters earn a statewide median of $47,530 per year ($22.85 per hour), up 31.4% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $36,700 at the 10th percentile to $61,300 at the 90th.
Florida employs approximately 22,450 painters statewide, up 18.1% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Bay | $49,100 | $23.61/hr | 460 | up 27.9% |
| Naples | $48,600 | $23.37/hr | 1,290 | up 34.0% |
| Miami | $48,490 | $23.31/hr | 6,210 | up 36.7% |
| North Port | $48,470 | $23.30/hr | 1,040 | up 32.0% |
| Jacksonville | $48,030 | $23.09/hr | 1,420 | up 34.4% |
| Port St. Lucie | $47,740 | $22.95/hr | 550 | up 17.1% |
| Tampa | $47,570 | $22.87/hr | 3,080 | up 16.8% |
| Cape Coral | $46,840 | $22.52/hr | 1,520 | up 28.9% |
| Deltona | $46,440 | $22.33/hr | 450 | up 49.2% |
| Lakeland | $46,320 | $22.27/hr | 510 | up 25.3% |
| Pensacola | $45,950 | $22.09/hr | 420 | up 27.6% |
| Orlando | $45,210 | $21.73/hr | 2,840 | up 29.4% |
| Tallahassee | $44,070 | $21.19/hr | 310 | up 26.6% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.