Is painting a good job?
Career: Painting
Painting jobs continue to be steady and relatively well-paying jobs. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a slow but steady growth rate of 2% for these types of jobs. There are several factors influencing the growth of this job sector; for painting jobs in the automotive and factory production industries, the increase in automation could negatively impact the growth rate. However, painting jobs in repair shops and similar facilities may offset the growth in automation. As the housing industry rebounds and real estate sales grow, job opportunities for house painters remain in demand.