New York Median
$49,020
per year
Hourly Rate
$23.57
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+6% vs US median
US median $46,080
State Rank
#7 of 23
50 employed here
How much does a Craft Artist make in New York?
Craft Artists in New York take home a median of $49,020 annually — roughly $23.57 an hour — which runs 6% above the national median of $46,080.
Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $33,650 while the top 10% make $89,790 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $33,830 and $57,540 a year.
Craft Artist salary range in New York
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $33,650 | $16.18 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $33,830 | $16.26 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $49,020 | $23.57 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $57,540 | $27.66 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $89,790 | $43.17 |
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How New York compares
New York ranks 7th 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 $51,060Georgia $48,880Florida $48,710Massachusetts $47,660Arizona $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 New York
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 New York pay ($49,020) 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 New York?
The median Craft Artist salary in New York is $49,020 per year, or about $23.57 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $33,650 at the entry level to $89,790 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Craft Artists about 6% more than the national median of $46,080. New York ranks 7th out of 23 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Craft Artists?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $49,020 a year. About 50 Craft Artists are employed in New York. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), 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.