Employment opportunities for artists are expected to grow faster than the average occupation over the next several years, including those that specialize in the field of forensic art.  The salaries of forensic artists can vary significantly depending upon whether they work on a contractual basis or if they work in a full-time position with a police department.  Income can also vary according to the geographic location of employment as well as the artists level of skill.  Nonetheless, the median annual salary for artists that are salaried in the field was $41,970 in May 2006.