Salary of Illustrator in United States 2026

How much does a Illustrator earn?

$57,528 / Annual
Based on 962 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $41,820 Average salary: $57,528 Maximum: $97,500

Minimum
$41,820 Average salary
$57,528 Maximum
$97,500

$4,794 / Monthly
Based on 962 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $3,485 Average salary: $4,794 Maximum: $8,125

Minimum
$3,485 Average salary
$4,794 Maximum
$8,125

$160 / Daily
Based on 962 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $116 Average salary: $160 Maximum: $271

Minimum
$116 Average salary
$160 Maximum
$271

$30 / Hourly
Based on 962 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $22 Average salary: $30 Maximum: $51

Minimum
$22 Average salary
$30 Maximum
$51

Salary data updated: November 2026

Salary of Illustrator in United States

Illustrator

Found at: Appcast US C2 - 1 day ago

, United States Outlier Full-time

Pay: Up to USD $15 per hour, paid weekly Location: Remote - United States Schedule: Flexible, no minimum hours ...
Illustrator

3 days ago

Edison, NJ, United States Energy Innovation: Policy and Technology LLC Full-time

We're looking for a collaborative Illustrator who thrives in a fast-paced full-time role based in Edison, NJ. Put your 5...
Illustrator

5 days ago

Dover, DE, United States Visa Full-time $80,000 - $120,000

Visa is a growing organization looking for a senior Illustrator to add to our Dover, DE team. This contract Illustrator...

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All positions in Arts/entertainment/publishing

Position	Average salary / Annual
User Interface Designer	$87,756	View listings
Art Director	$80,016	View listings
Unigraphics Designer	$74,100	View listings
Writer Editor	$70,236	View listings
Designer	$63,132	View listings
Writer	$60,012	View listings
Graphics Designer	$60,000	View listings
Illustrator	$57,528	View listings
Editor	$54,696	View listings
Journalist	$54,180	View listings

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FAQ - Illustrator

The average salary for Illustrator is USD57,528 per year in United States. Salary estimates are based on 962 salaries shared anonymously with Trabajo.org by employees with the position of Illustrator in United States.

The lowest salary of Illustrator per year in United States is USD41,820

The highest salary for Illustrator per year in United States is USD97,500

Data updated: November 2026

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Methodology

Salary data is calculated from compensation ranges published in active job listings in United States. Job postings that include salary information are analyzed to obtain minimum, average and maximum values by position. Data is updated monthly and reflects listings from the last 90 days. Sample size for this position: 962 job postings with salary.