How much does a fine artist make in Michigan?
$38,650a year
Median yearly pay for fine artists in Michigan. That is $18.58 an hour or $3,221 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.58
- Vs. national median
- -30%
- Rank among states
- 26 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $25,960Median: $38,650Highest 10%: $124,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $25,960 | $12.48 | |
| 25th | $30,490 | $14.66 | |
| Median | $38,650 | $18.58 | |
| 75th | $80,750 | $38.82 | |
| 90th | $124,500 | $59.85 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Detroit, MI | $42,060 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for fine artists.
| 23. Maine | $46,170 |
| 24. Louisiana | $40,700 |
| 25. Nebraska | $39,800 |
| 26. Michigan | $38,650 |
| 27. Arkansas | $32,340 |
| 28. Ohio | $31,780 |
| 29. Tennessee | $30,720 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fine artist make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $18.58 ($38,650 a year).
Do fine artists make more in Michigan than the national average?
No: $38,650 against $55,490 nationally, 30% less.
Where does Michigan rank for fine artist pay?
Michigan ranks 26 of 30 states.
Which city in Michigan pays fine artists the most?
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI, with a median of $42,060 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.