Craft Artists Hourly Pay

As of May 2025, the median hourly wage for craft artists in the United States was $22.15, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.

Hourly Wage Percentiles

PercentileHourly Wage
10th$12.48
25th$16.84
Median$22.15
75th$28.00
90th$34.61

Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do craft artists make an hour?

The median hourly wage is $22.15; the mean hourly wage is $23.91.

What is the entry-level hourly pay for craft artists?

Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $12.48 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.

What is the top hourly pay for craft artists?

Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $34.61 per hour.