How much does a craft artist make in Illinois?
$43,040a year
Median yearly pay for craft artists in Illinois. That is $20.69 an hour or $3,587 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.69
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 23
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,670Median: $43,040Highest 10%: $68,080
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,670 | $16.19 | |
| 25th | $33,670 | $16.19 | |
| Median | $43,040 | $20.69 | |
| 75th | $68,080 | $32.73 | |
| 90th | $68,080 | $32.73 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $49,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for craft artists.
| 11. Arizona | $46,300 |
| 12. Washington | $44,120 |
| 13. Colorado | $43,620 |
| 14. Illinois | $43,040 |
| 15. Alaska | $41,600 |
| 16. Pennsylvania | $41,600 |
| 17. Alabama | $40,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a craft artist make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $20.69 ($43,040 a year).
Do craft artists make more in Illinois than the national average?
No: $43,040 against $46,080 nationally, 7% less.
Where does Illinois rank for craft artist pay?
Illinois ranks 14 of 23 states.
Which city in Illinois pays craft artists the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $49,200 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.