How much does a fine artist make in Charlotte?
$56,300a year
Median yearly pay for fine artists in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area. That is $27.07 an hour or $4,692 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.07
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 24 of 41
- Jobs in the area
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,280Median: $56,300Highest 10%: $106,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,280 | $15.52 | |
| 25th | $32,280 | $15.52 | |
| Median | $56,300 | $27.07 | |
| 75th | $74,990 | $36.05 | |
| 90th | $106,900 | $51.39 |
Other cities in North Carolina
Median yearly pay for fine artists.
| Virginia Beach, VA | $35,000 |
Related jobs in Charlotte
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Musician and Singer | $131,800 |
| Special Effects Artist and Animator | $92,340 |
| Art Director | $90,000 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designer | $83,770 |
| Technical Writer | $82,610 |
| Fashion Designer | $82,130 |
| Editor | $77,730 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $75,190 |
| Producer and Director | $74,850 |
| Interior Designer | $64,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fine artist make an hour in Charlotte?
The median hourly pay in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area is $27.07 ($56,300 a year).
Do fine artists make more in Charlotte than the national average?
Yes: $56,300 against $55,490 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Charlotte rank for fine artist pay?
24 of 41 metro areas with data.
How much does a fine artist make starting out in Charlotte?
The lowest-paid 10% make $32,280 or less a year; the top 10% make $106,900 or more.
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.