How Much Does an Original Illustration Cost?
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As a flat rate, nationwide, the cost of an illustration project is typically between $90 and $450, however, for more in-depth illustration jobs, a business or individual can expect to pay into the thousands.

How much should I charge for an illustration?

Hourly rates for illustrators range from $25 to $100, and can be higher depending on the area of specialty and artist reputation. Nationwide, the average costs for an illustration project can range from $90 to $465, but larger projects will command higher rates, and every project is different.

How much do illustrators charge per page?

With illustrators who are still in college you can expect to pay between $25–50/hr, whereas working with more seasoned illustrators you’d be looking at between $100–250+/hr. It all really depends. The same situations also convert when you talk about illustrators who work on a project-to-project basis.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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