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Craft Artists Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Craft Artists make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Craft Artists in California earn a median salary of $100,540 per year ($8,378/month).
This is 116.3% above the national average of $46,475.
California ranks #1 out of 23 states for Craft Artists pay.
Approximately 170 people work in this occupation across California.
About This Job: Craft Artists
Create or reproduce handmade objects for sale and exhibition using a variety of techniques, such as welding, weaving, pottery, and needlecraft.
Top Skills
Reading Comprehension
3.12
Active Listening
3.12
Speaking
3.12
Social Perceptiveness
3.12
Critical Thinking
3.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Fine Arts
3.88
Sales and Marketing
3.83
Customer and Personal Service
3.8
Production and Processing
3.8
Design
3.76
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(24.0% of workers)
Salaries for Craft Artists in California range from $55,290 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $204,390 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $62,500 and $130,360.
The median annual salary for Craft Artists in California is $100,540 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $110,420.
What is the salary range for a Craft Artists in California?
Salaries for Craft Artists in California range from $55,290 at the 10th percentile to $204,390 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $62,500 and $130,360.
What is the starting salary for a Craft Artists in California?
Entry-level Craft Artists positions in California typically start around $55,290 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $62,500 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Craft Artists in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 170 people are employed as Craft Artists in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Craft Artists in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Craft Artists in California is approximately $48.34 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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