How much does a fine artist make in New Mexico?
$63,090a year
Median yearly pay for fine artists in New Mexico. That is $30.33 an hour or $5,258 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.33
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,520Median: $63,090Highest 10%: $79,610
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,520 | $19.96 | |
| 25th | $45,380 | $21.82 | |
| Median | $63,090 | $30.33 | |
| 75th | $72,830 | $35.01 | |
| 90th | $79,610 | $38.27 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Santa Fe, NM | $72,610 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for fine artists.
| 5. Connecticut | $71,210 |
| 6. Maryland | $66,180 |
| 7. Georgia | $65,010 |
| 8. New Mexico | $63,090 |
| 9. Minnesota | $61,730 |
| 10. California | $58,240 |
| 11. Utah | $57,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fine artist make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $30.33 ($63,090 a year).
Do fine artists make more in New Mexico than the national average?
Yes: $63,090 against $55,490 nationally, 14% more.
Where does New Mexico rank for fine artist pay?
New Mexico ranks 8 of 30 states.
Which city in New Mexico pays fine artists the most?
Santa Fe, NM, with a median of $72,610 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.