How much does a fine artist make in California?
$58,240a year
Median yearly pay for fine artists in California. That is $28.00 an hour or $4,853 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.00
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 2,560
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,300Median: $58,240Highest 10%: $207,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,300 | $17.45 | |
| 25th | $37,560 | $18.06 | |
| Median | $58,240 | $28.00 | |
| 75th | $154,500 | $74.30 | |
| 90th | $207,300 | $99.67 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| San Francisco, CA | $126,500 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for fine artists.
| 7. Georgia | $65,010 |
| 8. New Mexico | $63,090 |
| 9. Minnesota | $61,730 |
| 10. California | $58,240 |
| 11. Utah | $57,270 |
| 12. Arizona | $56,160 |
| 13. Pennsylvania | $54,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fine artist make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $28.00 ($58,240 a year).
Do fine artists make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $58,240 against $55,490 nationally, 5% more.
Where does California rank for fine artist pay?
California ranks 10 of 30 states.
Which city in California pays fine artists the most?
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA, with a median of $126,500 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.