How much does a Makeup Artist make in District of Columbia? The average Makeup Artist salary in District of Columbia is $60,506 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $54,641 and $69,457. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Makeup Artist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Makeup Artist Salary $49,301 DC March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Makeup Artist Salary $54,641 DC March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Makeup Artist Salary $60,506 DC March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Makeup Artist Salary $69,457 DC March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Makeup Artist Salary $77,606 DC March 26, 2024
25% $54,641 10% $49,301 90% $77,606 75% $69,457 $60,506 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Makeup Artist ?

A make-up artist or makeup artist is an artist whose medium is the human body, applying makeup and prosthetics on others for theatre, television, film, fashion, magazines and other similar productions including all aspects of the modeling industry. Awards given for this profession in the entertainment industry include the Academy Award for Best Makeup and Hairstyling and even several entertainment industry awards such as the Emmy Awards and the Golden Globes. In the United States as well as the other parts of the globe, professional licenses are required by agencies in order for them to hire t...

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Location Naval Anacost Annex, DC Avg. Salary $60,506 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Parcel Return Service, DC Avg. Salary $60,506 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Washington, DC Avg. Salary $60,506 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Washington Navy Yard, DC Avg. Salary $60,506 Date Updated March 26, 2024
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