Craft Artists
Job Zone 3 - Medium preparation needed
Create or reproduce handmade objects for sale and exhibition using a variety of techniques, such as welding, weaving, pottery, and needlecraft.
Median pay: $46,080/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: +2.1% projected growth, 2024–2034 — about as fast as average.
About 1,000 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: No formal educational credential.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Select materials for use based on strength, color, texture, balance, weight, size, malleability and other characteristics.
• Create functional or decorative objects by hand, using a variety of methods and materials.
• Develop concepts or creative ideas for craft objects.
• Apply finishes to objects being crafted.
• Cut, shape, fit, join, mold, or otherwise process materials, using hand tools, power tools, or machinery.
• Set specifications for materials, dimensions, and finishes.
• Advertise products and work, using media such as internet advertising and brochures.
• Sketch or draw objects to be crafted.
What's the median pay for Craft Artists?
The median pay for Craft Artists is $46,080 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Craft Artists?
Employment for Craft Artists is projected to change +2.1% from 2024 to 2034 - about as fast as average.
What education is typically required for Craft Artists?
Typical entry-level education: No formal educational credential.
How many job openings are there each year for Craft Artists?
About 1,000 openings per year, on average, over the decade.