Painter Salary in Texas
Apply paint, stain, and protective coatings to the interiors and exteriors of homes, businesses, and industrial structures.
Texas Painter Wages at a Glance
Texas painters earn a statewide median of $45,460 per year ($21.86 per hour), up 26.3% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $35,870 at the 10th percentile to $58,910 at the 90th.
Texas employs approximately 18,330 painters statewide, up 3.2% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corpus Christi | $47,730 | $22.95/hr | 640 | up 26.7% |
| Austin | $46,550 | $22.38/hr | 1,860 | up 25.1% |
| Houston | $46,140 | $22.18/hr | 4,970 | up 36.4% |
| Beaumont | $45,840 | $22.04/hr | 530 | up 14.7% |
| Dallas | $45,550 | $21.90/hr | 4,570 | up 22.9% |
| San Antonio | $43,430 | $20.88/hr | 960 | up 16.5% |
| McAllen | $40,990 | $19.71/hr | 110 | up 12.6% |
| Lubbock | $40,560 | $19.50/hr | 130 | up 25.7% |
| El Paso | $36,280 | $17.44/hr | 250 | up 23.2% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.