Craft Artists Salary in California

Ranked #1 of 23 · CA

122% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $110,420 ≈ $53/hr
Median annual salary $100,540
Employment 170

Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)

P10 $55,290P25 $62,500 Median $100,540P75 $130,360P90 $204,390

About 80% of craft artistss in California earn between $55,290 and $204,390. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.

Compared to the U.S.

California
$110,420
U.S. average
$49,740

The mean craft artists salary in California is $110,420, about 122% above the U.S. average ($49,740). That works out to roughly $53/hr at 2,080 hours per year.

Metro Areas in California

Metro areaMedianMeanEmployment
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA $100,410 $113,080 110

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do craft artists make in California?

The median craft artists salary in California is $100,540 per year (mean $110,420), and about 80% earn between $55,290 and $204,390.

How much do craft artists make per hour in California?

Roughly $53 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $110,420 and 2,080 work hours per year.

Is California a high-paying state for craft artists?

California ranks #1 of 23 states for craft artists pay. Its mean salary of $110,420 is about 122% above the U.S. average of $49,740.

Which metro areas in California pay craft artists the most?

The highest-paying metro areas in California for craft artists are Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA ($100,410), by median annual wage.

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