Construction Painter Apprenticeship in New Hampshire

Wages, programs & career outlook
NH Median Salary
$49,600/yr
+2% vs. national
National Median
$48,660/yr
NH Employment
990
Construction Painters employed
NH Sponsors
647
Registered programs

New Hampshire Wage Spread

Annual wages for Construction Painters in New Hampshire across all experience levels.

10th %ile
$37,540
25th %ile
$47,020
Median
$49,600
75th %ile
$59,010
90th %ile
$64,850

Construction Painter Apprenticeship in New Hampshire

Construction Painters in New Hampshire earn $49,600/yr — roughly in line with the $48,060 national median across all occupations. The financial case depends on low training costs and strong job security.

The $49,600 median in New Hampshire is within striking distance of the $48,660 national figure. Average wages, but apprenticeships here may still offer strong local placement.

The 3.8% projected growth rate for Construction Painters signals steady demand — not a boom, but reliable. 28,100 openings per year keep the pipeline of opportunities flowing.

The Construction Painter workforce in New Hampshire (990 workers, 0.5% of national employment) is relatively small. Fewer employers means fewer apprenticeship slots — competition for available programs can be stiffer.

Expect a 3-year commitment for a Construction Painter apprenticeship: 6,000 hours of supervised field work alongside coursework in blueprint reading, building codes, and material estimation. Pay starts lower but scales up — most programs bump wages every six months.

Finding a Construction Painter apprenticeship in New Hampshire starts with a broad search — 647 organizations sponsor registered programs. Community colleges, trade unions, and independent employers all participate.

Construction Painter compensation in New Hampshire runs from $37,540 to $64,850 — a compressed $27,310 range. Less wage variation typically means more predictable career economics but fewer breakout earning opportunities.

Registered Apprenticeship Sponsors in New Hampshire

647 registered apprenticeship sponsors in New Hampshire. Contact directly for program availability and application details.

Organization City County
JP Master Plumbing & Heating Alstead Cheshire County
Timber Framers Guild Alstead Cheshire County
Bella Winni Salon Alton
Mains Electric, LLC Alton Belknap County
Marcoux Plumbing & Heating, Inc. Alton Belknap County
Mahoney's Plumbing & Heating Alton Bay Belknap County
Ferris Plumbing & Heating, LLC Amherst Hillsborough County
KB Electric, LLC Amherst Hillsborough County
Antrim Fire and Ambulance Department Antrim
Harding Plumbing & Heating Antrim Hillsborough County
Center Carpentry Ashland Grafton County
JCM Plumbing & Heating, LLC Ashland Grafton County
Squam Lakes Plumbing & Heating Ashland Grafton County
"Youngblood Co., Inc." Atkinson
Gallagher Plumbing and Heating LLC. Atkinson Rockingham County
Hampstead Area Water Co., Inc. Atkinson
Lewis Builders Development, Inc. Atkinson Rockingham County
Palmer Gas & Oil Atkinson Rockingham County
Tim Coyle Plumbing & Heating Atkinson Rockingham County
Bath Fitter of New Hampshire Auburn Rockingham County
Cashman Plumbing and Heating LLC Auburn Rockingham County
Heritage Home Service Auburn Rockingham County
J. P. Labbe Plumbing & Heating Auburn Rockingham County
A. J. LeBlanc Heating, Inc. Bedford Hillsborough County
Advanced Plumbing, LLC Bedford Hillsborough County
+ 5 more sponsors in New Hampshire

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Construction Painter salary in New Hampshire?
The median annual wage for Construction Painters in New Hampshire is $49,600 as of May 2024. Wages range from $37,540 at the 10th percentile to $64,850 at the 90th percentile.
How long is a Construction Painter apprenticeship?
The standard Construction Painter apprenticeship is 3 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom education. Some programs offer accelerated paths for candidates with prior experience.
Is an apprenticeship better than trade school for Construction Painters?
Apprenticeships offer paid training with no tuition, while trade school requires upfront costs but may be shorter. Many Construction Painters combine both — starting with trade school basics before entering an apprenticeship.
Are Construction Painter jobs growing?
The BLS projects 3.8% employment growth for Construction Painters through 2034 — steady demand. About 28100 positions open annually through both growth and retirements.
Where can I apply for a Construction Painter apprenticeship in New Hampshire?
There are 647 registered apprenticeship sponsors in New Hampshire. Start with your local IBEW, UA, or trade union office. You can also check apprenticeship.gov for listings and contact sponsors directly.
Do Construction Painter apprentices get paid during training?
Yes. Apprentices earn wages from day one, typically starting at 40-60% of the journeyman rate (roughly $24,800/yr in New Hampshire). Wages increase at regular intervals — usually every 6 months — as you progress through the program.

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Data: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2024, DOL RAPIDS Registered Apprenticeship database, ApprenticeshipUSA Sponsor Directory.