How much does an artist make in Mexico?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is MX$12,880 a month. estimate
- Approx. take-home per month
- MX$11,390
- Equals
- $8,037
- Compared with the median pay in Mexico
- 1.5 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where Mexico ranks among 144 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $100,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $98,760 |
| 2. Luxembourg estimate | $81,070 |
| 3. Germany | $79,330 |
| 73. Thailand estimate | $8,189 |
| 74. Mexico estimate | $8,037 |
| 75. El Salvador estimate | $7,930 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $354 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- MusicianMX$139,700
- Ballet dancerMX$138,100
- Art directorMX$166,400
- ActorMX$117,900
- AnnouncerMX$154,900
- PerformerMX$110,600
Frequently asked questions
How much does an artist make a month in Mexico?
The median gross salary is MX$12,880 a month, MX$154,600 a year.
How much does an artist make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around MX$123,400 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than MX$222,200.
Which country pays an artist the most?
Germany, with a median of $79,330 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does an artist make more in Mexico or in United States?
In United States: $54,170 a year against $8,037 in Mexico, 6.7 times more.
Who makes more, an artist or a musician?
An artist: MX$154,600 a year against MX$139,700 for a musician, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate