Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance salary in United States
The median makeup artists, theatrical and performance salary is $97,150 a year, from official US BLS OEWS (national, SOC 2018) data · updated May 2025.
Pay distribution · p10 to p90
Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance salary by region
Pay trend
Up 49.1% from 2023 to 2025.
Source: US BLS OEWS (national, SOC 2018) · updated May 2025 · methodology
Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance salary FAQs
What is the average Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance salary in United States?
The median Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance salary in United States is $97,150 per year, based on US BLS OEWS (national, SOC 2018) (updated May 2025). Half of makeup artists, theatrical and performances earn more than this and half earn less.
How much does a Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance earn per year in the US?
Pay typically ranges from about $23,360 for lower earners (10th percentile) to $167,470 for top earners (90th percentile), with a median of $97,150.
Do Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance salaries vary by region in the US?
Yes. Pay varies across United States - Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA is among the highest at $160,190, with other areas sitting lower. See the regional breakdown above for the full picture.
Where does this Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance salary data come from?
These figures come from official statistics - US BLS OEWS (national, SOC 2018), last updated May 2025. Rung only shows verified data and never invented or crowd-sourced numbers.