Highest-paying cities for artists and related workers, all other
Baltimore, MD leads at $132,620 a year. Pay is not adjusted for local prices; see each page for the cost-of-living view.
| Place | Median | 25th–75th |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore, MD | $132,620 | $111,530–$144,680 |
| Washington, DC | $125,050 | $109,970–$136,660 |
| Atlanta, GA | $122,570 | $103,080–$130,000 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $92,720 | $58,860–$92,720 |
| Boston, MA | $92,100 | $58,220–$120,430 |
| Columbus, OH | $84,860 | $63,750–$105,490 |
| Portland, OR | $80,640 | $70,000–$88,460 |
| San Diego, CA | $73,840 | $63,630–$85,230 |
| Riverside, CA | $73,780 | $60,490–$102,090 |
| San Antonio, TX | $68,690 | $61,730–$72,950 |
| Dallas, TX | $67,240 | $30,060–$80,830 |
| Sacramento, CA | $62,960 | $36,600–$82,140 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $48,760 | $36,580–$73,330 |
| Salt Lake City, UT | $43,190 | $43,190–$43,190 |
| Houston, TX | $38,170 | $37,590–$66,840 |
Data period: BLS OEWS May 2025.