How much does a fine artist make in Santa Fe?
$72,610a year
Median yearly pay for fine artists in the Santa Fe, NM metro area. That is $34.91 an hour or $6,051 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.91
- Vs. national median
- +31%
- Rank among cities
- 8 of 41
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,380Median: $72,610Highest 10%: $79,610
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,380 | $21.82 | |
| 25th | $45,380 | $21.82 | |
| Median | $72,610 | $34.91 | |
| 75th | $79,610 | $38.27 | |
| 90th | $79,610 | $38.27 |
Other cities in New Mexico
Median yearly pay for fine artists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Santa Fe
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Public Relations Specialist | $69,410 |
| Producer and Director | $64,990 |
| Graphic Designer | $45,170 |
| Merchandise Displayer and Window Trimmer | $44,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fine artist make an hour in Santa Fe?
The median hourly pay in the Santa Fe, NM metro area is $34.91 ($72,610 a year).
Do fine artists make more in Santa Fe than the national average?
Yes: $72,610 against $55,490 nationally, 31% more.
How does Santa Fe compare with the rest of New Mexico?
The median in New Mexico is $63,090, so Santa Fe pays 15% more.
Where does Santa Fe rank for fine artist pay?
8 of 41 metro areas with data.
How much does a fine artist make starting out in Santa Fe?
The lowest-paid 10% make $45,380 or less a year; the top 10% make $79,610 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.