Painter salary in Chicago, IL

How much does a Painter make in Chicago, IL?

Median base salary

Government data

$29.68

Median $29.68
Low $21.42High $52.80

Based on 5,480 workers surveyed from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN (updated July 31, 2026).

Salary range

10th percentile
$44,560
25th percentile
$48,970
75th percentile
$95,850
90th percentile
$109,820

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