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Painters, Construction and Maintenance average salary by city in Kentucky
- Louisville$53,620
- Lexington$50,630
- Owensboro$49,120
- Paducah$46,300
- Bowling Green$45,330
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville | $53,620 | $48,920 | $44,880 | $42,325 | 93 |
| Lexington | $50,630 | $47,730 | $38,440 | $39,814 | 93 |
| Owensboro | $49,120 | $45,590 | $36,740 | $39,172 | 89 |
| Paducah | $46,300 | $45,390 | $36,820 | $36,953 | 86 |
| Bowling Green | $45,330 | $40,600 | $35,030 | $36,227 | 90 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; includes Louisville's local income tax (2.2%). Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Painters, Construction and Maintenance salary in other states
Painters, Construction and Maintenance salary by city and state
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 47-2141.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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