Painter Salary in Kansas
Apply paint, stain, and protective coatings to the interiors and exteriors of homes, businesses, and industrial structures.
Kansas Painter Wages at a Glance
Kansas painters earn a statewide median of $45,510 per year ($21.88 per hour), up 23.0% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $33,780 at the 10th percentile to $58,510 at the 90th.
Kansas employs approximately 1,570 painters statewide, down 21.5% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita | $45,240 | $21.75/hr | 400 | up 26.0% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.