Painters, Construction and Maintenance Salary in Colorado

$26,611 $86,359
10th pct Median: $50,209 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$26,611
25th Percentile$36,150
50th (Median)$50,209
75th Percentile$69,288
90th (Top Earners)$86,359
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Colorado median salary of $50,209 for Painters, Construction and Maintenance has the purchasing power of approximately $45,853 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Colorado's higher cost of living (COL index: 109.5) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Painters, Construction and Maintenance make in Colorado?
Painters, Construction and Maintenance in Colorado earn a median annual salary of $50,209 per year ($24.14/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $46,490.
Is Colorado a good state for Painters, Construction and Maintenance?
Colorado pays above the national average for painters, construction and maintenance, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Colorado is higher average (COL index: 109.5).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Painters, Construction and Maintenance in Colorado?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 109.5 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $50,209 salary in Colorado has the purchasing power of approximately $45,853 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Colorado reduce real purchasing power.
How does Colorado compare to neighboring states for Painters, Construction and Maintenance salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Painters, Construction and Maintenance salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Colorado

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $358,776
2 Radiologists $334,714
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $330,718
4 Neurologists $319,248
5 Surgeons, All Other $318,082
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $293,630
7 Psychiatrists $269,782
8 Physicians, Pathologists $263,434
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Painters, Construction and Maintenance in Colorado

Painters, Construction and Maintenance work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the construction trades sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: High school diploma

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