Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators pay in the United States
In the U.S., the median pay for fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators is $26.68 an hour ($55,490 a year). About 11,220 people work in this job there.
Pay range for fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators in the U.S.
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.21 | $31,630 |
| 25% of workers | $18.06 | $37,560 |
| Half of workers (median) | $26.68 | $55,490 |
| 75% of workers | $40.00 | $83,200 |
| 90% of workers | $69.33 | $144,210 |
Best-paying states for fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators
| State | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | $98,540 | 0 |
| Nevada | $81,630 | 160 |
| New York | $78,870 | 1,400 |
| Washington | $72,430 | 350 |
| Connecticut | $71,210 | 100 |
| Maryland | $66,180 | 80 |
| Georgia | $65,010 | 350 |
| New Mexico | $63,090 | 70 |
| Minnesota | $61,730 | 0 |
| California | $58,240 | 2,560 |
Pay by state
- California · $58,240
- Florida · $50,360
- New York · $78,870
- Ohio · $31,780
- Texas · $49,650
Education, experience and outlook for fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Long-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -2.9% over ten years, declining · about 2,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in the U.S.
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Graphic Designers | $62,960 |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $39,390 |
| Interior Designers | $67,190 |
| Art Directors | $114,850 |
| Floral Designers | $37,360 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designers | $83,910 |
| Fashion Designers | $80,960 |
| Special Effects Artists and Animators | $102,030 |
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Post a job freeFind jobsCheck pay for any jobSource: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates. Figures are for wage and salary workers and do not include the self-employed. The median is the middle wage: half earn more, half earn less. Other job titles: O*NET 31.0 Database by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA), used under the CC BY 4.0 license; O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA. JAI Bot has modified this information; USDOL/ETA has not approved, endorsed, or tested these modifications.