Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance

Occupation

$50,280
National Median Salary
$24.17
Median Hourly Wage
3,320
Total Employment

Salary Distribution

$22,010
$28,850
$50,280
$132,530
$157,090

10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile

Salary Trend (2014-2024)

+13.5%
10 Year Change
$44,310
2014 Median
$50,280
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries Industry Wage Growth Best Paying States Fastest Growing States Where This Career Pays Above Average

Top Paying Industries for Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance

Industry Annual Median Employment
Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries $132,920 1,160
Motion Picture and Video Industries $132,920 1,160
Administrative and Support Services $119,820 160
Employment Services $119,820 160
Temporary Help Services $119,790 140

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Top Paying States for Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance

State Annual Median Employment
California $132,890 —
Georgia $132,610 80
New York $100,410 310
District of Columbia $91,290 80
Tennessee $58,560 30

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