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Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators vs. Public Relations Specialists: Salary Comparison (2026)

Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustratorss earn a median salary of $60,560/year, while Public Relations Specialistss earn $69,780/year - a difference of $9,220. Public Relations Specialistss earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.

Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators
Public Relations Specialists
Median salary
$60,560
$69,780
Hourly rate
$29.12/hr
$33.55/hr
Entry level (10th %)
$26,420
$40,750
Senior level (90th %)
$140,660
$129,480
Education required
Varies
Varies
U.S. employment
10,000
280,590
Job growth (10-year)
N/A
N/A
Category
Arts & Media
Arts & Media
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