How much does a Painter/Illustrator make in Ames, IA? The average Painter/Illustrator salary in Ames, IA is $44,061 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $36,712 and $53,242. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Painter/Illustrator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Painter/Illustrator Salary $30,022 Ames,IA February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Painter/Illustrator Salary $36,712 Ames,IA February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Painter/Illustrator Salary $44,061 Ames,IA February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Painter/Illustrator Salary $53,242 Ames,IA February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Painter/Illustrator Salary $61,602 Ames,IA February 26, 2024
25% $36,712 10% $30,022 90% $61,602 75% $53,242 $44,061 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description for Painter/Illustrator

Painter/Illustrator uses paint to create graphic material and lettering to be used for title, background, screen advertising, commercial logo, and other visual layouts. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Being a Painter/Illustrator may have to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty with 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Additionally, Painter/Illustrator relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Painter/Illustrator salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Painter/Illustrator, the highest Painter/Illustrator salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Painter/Illustrator salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Painter/Illustrator salary is in Miami, FL, where the Painter/Illustrator salary is 2.9% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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About Ames, Iowa    Ames is a city in central Iowa approximately 30 miles (48 km) north of Des Moines. It is best known as the home of Iowa State University (ISU), with l....More

Ames, Iowa  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago    View the Cost of Living in Ames, Iowa

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