SOC 27-1019 · May 2025 · United States
Artists and Related Workers, All Other
National figures, with pay broken out by state and metro area
The median wage for Artists and Related Workers, All Other across the United States is $71,240 per year, measured over 6,930 jobs. The highest state median is in Maryland, at $128,610.
National wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Where the pay is highest for Artists and Related Workers, All Other
Pay for this occupation varies by 225.2% between the highest and lowest paying states with published data. Maryland pays $128,610 and Iowa pays $39,550.
| # | State | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maryland | $128,610 | 470 | |
| 2 | Georgia | $119,680 | 360 | |
| 3 | Virginia | $111,530 | 180 | |
| 4 | Connecticut | $103,740 | — | |
| 5 | West Virginia | $101,400 | 50 | |
| 6 | Massachusetts | $94,890 | 50 | |
| 7 | Pennsylvania | $86,260 | 100 | |
| 8 | New Jersey | $85,500 | — | |
| 9 | Ohio | $82,280 | 120 | |
| 10 | North Carolina | $81,850 | 80 |
States with the most Artists and Related Workers, All Other jobs
Top-paying metro areas
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baltimore | $132,620 | 100 |
| 2 | Washington | $125,050 | 1,410 |
| 3 | Atlanta | $122,570 | 320 |
| 4 | Miami | $110,120 | — |
| 5 | Seattle | $96,550 | — |
| 6 | Philadelphia | $96,530 | — |
| 7 | Fort Collins | $92,720 | 50 |
| 8 | Boston | $92,100 | 50 |
| 9 | Columbus | $84,860 | 40 |
| 10 | Portland | $80,640 | 90 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.