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Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators Salary in Oregon

Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:

How much do Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators make in Oregon?

Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics

$98,540
Median Annual Salary
⚠ Estimate revised vs 2024 — see methodology
$95,050
Mean Salary
$98,540
Median Salary
$47.38
Hourly Rate

Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators salary by percentile in Oregon

BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).

Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators salary in Oregon — 2025 BLS percentilesHorizontal bars showing 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th and 90th percentile annual salaries for Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators in Oregon.10thBottom 10% earn less than $55,140$55,14025th25% earn less than $72,600$72,600MedianHalf earn more than $98,540$98,54075th75% earn less than $98,540$98,54090thTop 10% earn more than $151,020$151,020

Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators in Oregon earn a median salary of $98,540 per year ($8,211/month). This is 82.1% above the national average of $54,112. Oregon ranks #1 out of 30 states for Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators pay.

About This Job: Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators

Create original artwork using any of a wide variety of media and techniques.

Top Skills

Critical Thinking
3.25
Active Learning
3.25
Active Listening
3.12
Reading Comprehension
3.0
Speaking
3.0

Key Knowledge Areas

Design
4.35
Computers and Electronics
4.24
English Language
3.87
Production and Processing
3.59
Fine Arts
3.45
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree (35.1% of workers)

Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor

Salary Range: Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators in Oregon

Salaries for Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators in Oregon range from $55,140 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $151,020 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $72,600 and $98,540.

Median $98,540
P10: $55,140 P25: $72,600 P75: $98,540 P90: $151,020
10th
$55,140
25th
$72,600
Median
$98,540
75th
$98,540
90th
$151,020
Percentile Annual Salary Hourly Rate Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level) $55,140 $26.51 $4,595
25th Percentile $72,600 $34.90 $6,050
Median (50th) $98,540 $47.38 $8,211
75th Percentile $98,540 $47.38 $8,211
90th Percentile (Experienced) $151,020 $72.61 $12,585

Note: The mean (average) salary of $95,050 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.

📊 How Does This Compare?

#1
Oregon ranks #1 of 30 states
$54,112
National avg. for Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators
+82.1%
vs. national average
Above Average

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Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators Salary by State

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators make in Oregon?
The median annual salary for Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators in Oregon is $98,540 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $95,050.
What is the salary range for a Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators in Oregon?
Salaries for Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators in Oregon range from $55,140 at the 10th percentile to $151,020 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $72,600 and $98,540.
What is the starting salary for a Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators in Oregon?
Entry-level Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators positions in Oregon typically start around $55,140 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $72,600 (25th percentile).
What is the hourly rate for a Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators in Oregon?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators in Oregon is approximately $47.38 per hour.

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Data Source & Methodology

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.

Our Methodology · Data Sources · Source: BLS OEWS

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