SOC 27-1013 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators is $60,570 per year ($29.12/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $39,749 and $89,627 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $140,650 per year. There are approximately 10,000 fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $12.70 | $26,416 |
| P25 | $19.11 | $39,749 |
| P50MEDIAN | $29.12 | $60,570 |
| P75 | $43.09 | $89,627 |
| P90 | $67.62 | $140,650 |
Professional & Business Services was the only sector with openings growth (+64K) in February. Quit rates eased to 2.6%. Active hiring continues for specialized roles, particularly at senior levels.
The national median salary for Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators is $60,570 per year ($29.12/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $39,749 and $89,627 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators is $140,650 per year ($67.62/hr). The 75th percentile is $89,627 per year.
Entry-level Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators (10th percentile) earn approximately $26,416 per year ($12.70/hr). The 25th percentile is $39,749 per year.
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