Sculptors express ideas through art.
Using a variety of tools and techniques, sculptors mold, carve and weld different materials to express ideas, thoughts and feelings. Experience, location and reputation are among the factors impacting the salary of a sculptor.
Annual Salary
Survey data collected by PayScale.com show that the salary for a sculptor ranges between $24,380 and $51,950 per year as of August 2010. These figures include bonuses, profit sharing and commissions.
Hourly Rate
The PayScale.com data show the hourly rate between $12.22 and $24.82. With overtime, the range increases between $19.13 and $34.10 per hour as of August 2010.
Salary by Experience
A sculptor with less than one year of experience earns a median salary between $24,566 and $45,781. With five to nine years of experience, the range is between $17,687 and $50,471; with over 20 years of experience, the salary range is $23,331 to $52,902 per year. These figures reflect August 2010 PayScale.com data.
Location Considerations
A sculptor's location directly impacts his salary. According to PayScale.com, in Ohio, the median yearly salary is $23,583 to $33,920, whereas in California, the median range is $25,549 to $50,472, per year as of August 2010.
