Determinants of Batik Artisans’ Income

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the effect of education level, working hour, age, skill variation, and work experience on the income of batik artisans. The research takes place in the village of Papringan in Banyumas District. The population consists of 180 artisans, 65 of which were selected randomly. The results of data analysis using multiple linear regression analysis shows that working hour, skill variation, and work experience have a positive and significant effect on the income of batik artisans, while the level of education and age do not have a significant effect on the income of batik artisans. The results imply that provisions of trainings to improve skills and product quality should get priority in order to increase the income of batik artisans in the village.

Keywords: batik; rural livelihood; informal sector; rural income; artisan income; determinants