What are the main factors that influence a Painter/Illustrator's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for a Painter/Illustrator?

Painter/Illustrator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Painter/Illustrator roles are District of Columbia $52,834, California $52,633, Massachusetts $51,932. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

Painter/Illustrator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Painter/Illustrator make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Painter/Illustrator in Delaware is $48,434 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

However, a Painter/Illustrator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $67,717
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,356 to $58,527
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,002

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Painter/Illustrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,527	$4,877	$1,126	$28
Average	$48,434	$4,036	$931	$23
25th Percentile	$40,356	$3,363	$776	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Painter/Illustrator Salaries

A Painter/Illustrator's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Painter/Illustrator Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Painter/Illustrators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $52,834.
California: $52,633.
Massachusetts: $51,932.

District of Columbia $52,834 California $52,633 Massachusetts $51,932 Washington $51,741 New Jersey $51,722 Alaska $51,655 Connecticut $50,997 New York $50,729

Hawaii $49,875 Rhode Island $49,474 Maryland $49,202 Minnesota $48,830 Colorado $48,687 Illinois $48,639 Oregon $48,458 Delaware $48,324

New Hampshire $48,240 Virginia $48,052 Pennsylvania $47,504 Nevada $47,227 North Dakota $47,136 Michigan $46,993 Wisconsin $46,940 Vermont $46,836

Texas $46,544 Maine $46,525 Arizona $46,497 Ohio $46,463 Georgia $46,024 Indiana $45,805 Wyoming $45,762 Utah $45,695

Iowa $45,666 Kansas $45,437 Louisiana $45,371 North Carolina $45,347 Missouri $45,337 Florida $45,151 Montana $45,051 Nebraska $44,955

Kentucky $44,903 South Carolina $44,712 Tennessee $44,593 Idaho $44,545 New Mexico $44,197 Oklahoma $44,120 Alabama $43,839 South Dakota $43,366

Arkansas $43,109 West Virginia $42,970 Mississippi $42,555

Top Paying Cities for Painter/Illustrators

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $50,014
Little Creek: $49,551
Magnolia: $49,756

Lincoln, DE $50,014 Little Creek, DE $49,551 Magnolia, DE $49,756 Milford, DE $50,014 Marydel, DE $49,365 Millsboro, DE $50,014 Millville, DE $50,348 Milton, DE $50,014

Nassau, DE $50,014 Ocean View, DE $50,348 Rehoboth Beach, DE $50,348 Seaford, DE $49,489 Selbyville, DE $50,348 Smyrna, DE $49,307 Viola, DE $49,756 Woodside, DE $49,613

Bear, DE $48,945 Newark, DE $48,964 Claymont, DE $49,002 Delaware City, DE $48,964 Hockessin, DE $49,002 Kirkwood, DE $48,964 Middletown, DE $49,207 Montchanin, DE $49,002

New Castle, DE $49,002 Odessa, DE $49,274 Port Penn, DE $48,830 Rockland, DE $49,002 Saint Georges, DE $48,964 Townsend, DE $49,202 Winterthur, DE $49,002 Lewes, DE $50,014

Wilmington, DE $49,002 Dover, DE $49,527 Dover Afb, DE $49,641 Bethany Beach, DE $50,348 Bethel, DE $49,489 Bridgeville, DE $50,014 Camden Wyoming, DE $49,579 Cheswold, DE $49,412

Clayton, DE $49,288 Dagsboro, DE $50,348 Delmar, DE $49,489 Ellendale, DE $50,014 Felton, DE $50,014 Fenwick Island, DE $50,348 Frankford, DE $50,348 Frederica, DE $50,014

Georgetown, DE $50,014 Greenwood, DE $50,014 Harbeson, DE $50,014 Harrington, DE $50,014 Hartly, DE $49,264 Houston, DE $50,014 Kenton, DE $49,288 Laurel, DE $49,489

Yorklyn, DE $49,002

Painter/Illustrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Painter/Illustrator's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$40,356

Average $48,434/year

$58,527

$3,363

Average $4,036/month

$4,877

$776

Average $931/week

$1,126

$19

Average $23/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,527	$4,877	$1,126	$28
Average	$48,434	$4,036	$931	$23
25th Percentile	$40,356	$3,363	$776	$19

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