Illustrator Day Rates
Current market rates for freelance Illustrators across all regions
Global Average Rates
25th Percentile
$380
Per day
Median (50th)
$475
Per day
Up 3.7% from last quarter
75th Percentile
$570
Per day
These statistics are based on 174 data points collected within the past 30 days. The percentiles help you understand the range of rates: 25% of freelancers charge below the 25th percentile, while 25% charge above the 75th percentile.
Historical Trend
| Time Period | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $394 | $475 | $556 |
| Q4 2024 | $386 | $465 | $544 |
| Q3 2024 | $376 | $454 | $531 |
| Q2 2024 | $366 | $441 | $516 |
| Q1 2024 | $355 | $428 | $501 |
| Q4 2023 | $348 | $420 | $491 |
| Q3 2023 | $340 | $409 | $479 |
| Q2 2023 | $332 | $400 | $468 |
Illustrator Rates by Region
US (West Coast)
US (East Coast)
Asia (Developed)
Asia (Developing)
Remote (Global)
About Illustrator Roles
Illustrators create original artwork and visual content for various media including digital, print, and motion graphics.
Key Responsibilities
- Concept development
- Character design
- Illustration creation
- Style development
- Asset preparation
- Client collaboration
- Revision implementation
Required Skills
- Drawing and illustration
- Digital painting
- Character design
- Concept art
- Style adaptation
- Composition
- Visual storytelling
Common Tools
Adobe Illustrator Procreate Photoshop Clip Studio Paint Affinity Designer Wacom/iPad Traditional media
Experience Levels
J
Junior Level (0-3 years)
Supporting illustration work, learning techniques, style exploration, and skill development.
M
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Independent illustration projects, client work, and style specialization.
S
Senior Level (7+ years)
Lead illustrator on major projects, art direction, and creative leadership.