The average rate range of professional illustrators lies between $25 to $150. However, the charges of professional illustrators depend on various factors such as experience, time of project, skills/specialization, freelance or company, etc. However, the person starting out in the field of Illustration won’t have a portfolio, which is why they might charge a little less than the market rate. However, if the project needs to be finished and delivered in a shorter time, then the charges might go up to $200 per hour.
As per GoodFirms, the costs of Illustrators per hour are as follows:
Beginner: $15 per hour to $25 per hour
Intermediate: $23 per hour to $50 per hour
Expert: $50 per hour to $150 per hour
Special case: >$150 per hour (terms and conditions apply)