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Painter and Decorator Wages in New Brunswick
Median hourly pay, how it has moved since 2017, and how each economic region compares. 2025 data.
Median hourly
$22.00
Low (10th pct)
$18.00
High (90th pct)
$29.12
Vs. national
21% below
Wage trend
The median wage for painters and decorators in New Brunswick rose from $18.00 in 2017 to $22.00 in 2025 — 22% over 8 years, before inflation. The dashed break marks the 2021 reclassification: the two segments are measured on different occupational definitions and are shown separately rather than joined.
By region within New Brunswick
| Economic region | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campbellton--Miramichi | $18.00 | $23.18 | $30.00 |
| Moncton--Richibucto | $19.25 | $23.00 | $28.00 |
| Saint John--St. Stephen | $17.00 | $21.00 | $32.00 |
| Fredericton--Oromocto | $17.00 | $20.00 | $23.00 |
Other trades in New Brunswick
- Electricians
- Industrial Electricians
- Powerline Technicians
- Plumbers
- Steamfitters and Pipefitters
- Carpenters
- Welders
- Sheet Metal Workers
- Ironworkers
- Machinists
- Millwrights and Industrial Mechanics
- Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics
- Aircraft Mechanics
- Automotive Service Technicians
- Concrete Finishers
- Drywall Installers
- Roofers
- Machining Contractors and Supervisors
- Electrical Contractors and Supervisors
- Carpentry Contractors and Supervisors
- Construction Contractors and Supervisors
- Mechanic Shop Contractors and Supervisors
- Heavy Equipment Crew Supervisors
Official classification: Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) (NOC 73112). Source: Employment Insurance Survey Data.