How much does a fine artist make in New York?
$78,870a year
Median yearly pay for fine artists in New York. That is $37.92 an hour or $6,573 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.92
- Vs. national median
- +42%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 1,400
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,010Median: $78,870Highest 10%: $154,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,010 | $24.04 | |
| 25th | $62,780 | $30.18 | |
| Median | $78,870 | $37.92 | |
| 75th | $120,000 | $57.69 | |
| 90th | $154,600 | $74.34 |
Cities in New York
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Albany, NY | $80,070 |
| New York, NY | $78,290 |
| Kiryas Joel, NY | $70,570 |
| Buffalo, NY | $55,020 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for fine artists.
| 1. Oregon | $98,540 |
| 2. Nevada | $81,630 |
| 3. New York | $78,870 |
| 4. Washington | $72,430 |
| 5. Connecticut | $71,210 |
| 6. Maryland | $66,180 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fine artist make an hour in New York?
The median hourly pay in New York is $37.92 ($78,870 a year).
Do fine artists make more in New York than the national average?
Yes: $78,870 against $55,490 nationally, 42% more.
Where does New York rank for fine artist pay?
New York ranks 3 of 30 states.
Which city in New York pays fine artists the most?
Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY, with a median of $80,070 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.