How much does a craft artist make in California?
$100,500a year
Median yearly pay for craft artists in California. That is $48.34 an hour or $8,378 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.34
- Vs. national median
- +118%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 23
- Jobs in the state
- 170
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $55,290Median: $100,500Highest 10%: $204,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $55,290 | $26.58 | |
| 25th | $62,500 | $30.05 | |
| Median | $100,500 | $48.34 | |
| 75th | $130,400 | $62.67 | |
| 90th | $204,400 | $98.26 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Los Angeles, CA | $100,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for craft artists.
| 1. California | $100,500 |
| 2. Missouri | $61,780 |
| 3. Wisconsin | $58,650 |
| 4. Texas | $54,690 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a craft artist make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $48.34 ($100,500 a year).
Do craft artists make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $100,500 against $46,080 nationally, 118% more.
Where does California rank for craft artist pay?
California ranks 1 of 23 states.
Which city in California pays craft artists the most?
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA, with a median of $100,400 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.