Create original artwork using any of a wide variety of media and techniques.
Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators
SOC: 27-1013 O*NET: 27-1013.00
Median Salary
$60,560
per year
Job Growth
📉 -1.2%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
2.2
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Job Zone 3
Create original artwork using any of a wide variety of media and techniques.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$36,336
25th
$48,448
50th (Median)
$60,560
75th
$72,672
90th
$90,840
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Low Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:26,500
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:-1.2%
Annual Openings:2,200
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)26,500
Current
2034 (Projected)26,200
-1.2%
-300
Employment Change
-1.2%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: More slowly than average
Key Growth Factors
- •Employment decline projected
Top Skills
✓
Active Learning
Active Learning
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Judgment and Decision Making
Judgment and Decision Making
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Design
✓
Computers and Electronics
✓
English Language
✓
Production and Processing
✓
Fine Arts
✓
Education and Training
✓
Communications and Media
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Mathematics
✓
Administration and Management
Education & Training
Education Required
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Experience Required
Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required
Job Training
Training of more than one year