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Side-by-side comparison of Painters, Construction and Maintenance
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Median pay, Greater Boston$57,820
Hourly median$27.80/hr
Middle half of workers earn$48,470 – $70,560
Jobs in Greater Boston3,220
Massachusetts change 2024–34+5.5%
Massachusetts openings a year600
Typical U.S. entry educationNo formal educational credential
Related work experienceNone
On-the-job trainingModerate-term on-the-job training
AI exposure6Lower
Observed AI use todayLittle or none
Programs near Boston0

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