How much does a fine artist make in Illinois?
$53,850a year
Median yearly pay for fine artists in Illinois. That is $25.89 an hour or $4,488 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.89
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 30
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,720Median: $53,850Highest 10%: $99,630
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,720 | $15.73 | |
| 25th | $43,770 | $21.04 | |
| Median | $53,850 | $25.89 | |
| 75th | $76,900 | $36.97 | |
| 90th | $99,630 | $47.90 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $54,990 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for fine artists.
| 11. Utah | $57,270 |
| 12. Arizona | $56,160 |
| 13. Pennsylvania | $54,270 |
| 14. Illinois | $53,850 |
| 15. Wisconsin | $53,350 |
| 16. Colorado | $51,910 |
| 17. Florida | $50,360 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fine artist make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $25.89 ($53,850 a year).
Do fine artists make more in Illinois than the national average?
No: $53,850 against $55,490 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Illinois rank for fine artist pay?
Illinois ranks 14 of 30 states.
Which city in Illinois pays fine artists the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $54,990 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.