Massachusetts Median
$47,660
per year
Hourly Rate
$22.91
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+3% vs US median
US median $46,080
State Rank
#10 of 23
50 employed here
How much does a Craft Artist make in Massachusetts?
Craft Artists in Massachusetts take home a median of $47,660 annually — roughly $22.91 an hour — which runs 3% above the national median of $46,080.
Within Massachusetts, entry-level pay starts around $38,320 while the top 10% make $76,010 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $39,870 and $59,810 a year.
Craft Artist salary range in Massachusetts
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $38,320 | $18.42 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $39,870 | $19.17 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $47,660 | $22.91 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $59,810 | $28.75 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $76,010 | $36.54 |
|
How Massachusetts compares
Massachusetts ranks 10th out of 23 states and territories for Craft Artist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Craft Artist salary in other states
California $100,540Missouri $61,780Wisconsin $58,650Texas $54,690Maine $53,380Oregon $51,060New York $49,020Georgia $48,880Florida $48,710Arizona $46,300Washington $44,120Colorado $43,620Illinois $43,040Alaska $41,600Pennsylvania $41,600Alabama $40,800Ohio $38,070South Carolina $35,050Connecticut $34,010Tennessee $32,830Minnesota $27,560Michigan $25,960
Working as a Craft Artist in Massachusetts
Nationally, about 5,000 people work as Craft Artists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Massachusetts pay ($47,660) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Craft Artist make in Massachusetts?
The median Craft Artist salary in Massachusetts is $47,660 per year, or about $22.91 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $38,320 at the entry level to $76,010 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Massachusetts pay compare to the national average?
Massachusetts pays Craft Artists about 3% more than the national median of $46,080. Massachusetts ranks 10th out of 23 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Massachusetts a good state for Craft Artists?
Yes on pay — Massachusetts pays above the national median for this occupation, at $47,660 a year. About 50 Craft Artists are employed in Massachusetts. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Massachusetts?
The highest-paying occupations in Massachusetts include Radiologist ($426,560), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($392,300), Surgeon, All Other ($387,150), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.