Painter Salary in Memphis, TN

Median: $21.45/hour ($44,620/year) — $4,780 (10%) below the national median. Range: $37,290–$46,920.

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

The median Painter salary in Memphis, TN is $21.45/hour ($44,620/year) ($4,780 (10%) below the national median), with a typical range of $37,290–$46,920. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

Salary stats
MetricValueSource
Median$21.45/hour ($44,620/year)BLS
Range$37,290–$46,920BLS
### Key facts for Painter in Memphis Median pay and comparison. - Median is the middle value. - Data from BLS.

Painter Salary in Memphis vs. National Average

25th Pct (Memphis) $37,290
Median (Memphis) $44,620
75th Pct (Memphis) $46,920

National median: $49,400/yr. Memphis is $4,780 (10%) below the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area (SOC 47-2141, Painter).

Painter pay in Memphis, TN — common questions

How much does a Painter make in Memphis, TN?
The median Painter salary in Memphis, TN is $21.45/hour ($44,620/year) ($4,780 (10%) below the national median), with a typical range of $37,290–$46,920 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
Is Memphis a strong pay market for Painters?
At a $44,620 median, Memphis is $4,780 (10%) below 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 Memphis?
Target employers paying toward the $46,920 (75th-percentile) mark and anchor your negotiation to the BLS band. Jobeezy fit-scores Painter openings in Memphis and auto-applies, so you reach more high-paying employers fast.
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