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Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators Salary in California
Ranked #1 of 30 · CA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustratorss in California earn between $36,300 and $207,320. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators salary in California is $104,570, about 43% above the U.S. average ($73,150). That works out to roughly $50/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in California
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $126,470 | $115,040 | 450 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators make in California?
The median fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators salary in California is $58,240 per year (mean $104,570), and about 80% earn between $36,300 and $207,320.
How much do fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators make per hour in California?
Roughly $50 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $104,570 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is California a high-paying state for fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators?
California ranks #1 of 30 states for fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators pay. Its mean salary of $104,570 is about 43% above the U.S. average of $73,150.
Which metro areas in California pay fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in California for fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators are San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA ($126,470), by median annual wage.
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