Painter Salary in Atlanta, GA

Median: $23.83/hour ($49,570/year) — $170 (0%) above the national median. Range: $44,320–$54,050.

Last updated: 2026-07-04 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · National Painter salary guide

The median Painter salary in Atlanta, GA is $23.83/hour ($49,570/year) ($170 (0%) above the national median), with a typical range of $44,320–$54,050. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

Salary stats
MetricValueSource
Median$23.83/hour ($49,570/year)BLS
Range$44,320–$54,050BLS
### Key facts for Painter in Atlanta Median pay and comparison. - Median is the middle value. - Data from BLS.

Painter Salary in Atlanta vs. National Average

25th Pct (Atlanta) $44,320
Median (Atlanta) $49,570
75th Pct (Atlanta) $54,050

National median: $49,400/yr. Atlanta is $170 (0%) above the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area (SOC 47-2141, Painter).

Painter pay in Atlanta, GA — common questions

How much does a Painter make in Atlanta, GA?
The median Painter salary in Atlanta, GA is $23.83/hour ($49,570/year) ($170 (0%) above the national median), with a typical range of $44,320–$54,050 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
Is Atlanta a strong pay market for Painters?
At a $49,570 median, Atlanta is $170 (0%) above the national median. The U.S. median is $49,400. Jobeezy shows you which local employers actually pay at the top of that band before you apply.
How can I earn more as a Painter in Atlanta?
Target employers paying toward the $54,050 (75th-percentile) mark and anchor your negotiation to the BLS band. Jobeezy fit-scores Painter openings in Atlanta and auto-applies, so you reach more high-paying employers fast.
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