Craft Artists Salary in California
Craft Artists in California earn a median of $100,540 a year, +118% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $100,540
- vs. U.S. median
- +118% ($46,080)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 23
- Jobs in the state
- 170
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $55,290; the top 10% earn over $204,390. Nationally the range is $25,960 to $71,990.
States ranked near California
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- Jewelers and Precious Stone and Metal Workers$60,790 median in California
- Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers$44,360 median in California
- Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$47,010 median in California
Craft Artists pay in California
How much do craft artists make in California?
The median is $100,540 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $55,290 and the top 10% earn over $204,390. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for craft artists?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 23 (+118% vs. the national median of $46,080). Living costs are not included.