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Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators Salary in New Mexico
Ranked #13 of 30 · NM
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustratorss in New Mexico earn between $41,520 and $79,610. 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 New Mexico is $63,020, about 13.8% below the U.S. average ($73,150). That works out to roughly $30/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in New Mexico
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe, NM | $72,610 | $63,000 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators make in New Mexico?
The median fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators salary in New Mexico is $63,090 per year (mean $63,020), and about 80% earn between $41,520 and $79,610.
How much do fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators make per hour in New Mexico?
Roughly $30 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $63,020 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is New Mexico a high-paying state for fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators?
New Mexico ranks #13 of 30 states for fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators pay. Its mean salary of $63,020 is about 13.8% below the U.S. average of $73,150.
Which metro areas in New Mexico pay fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in New Mexico for fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators are Santa Fe, NM ($72,610), by median annual wage.
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