How much does a Lead Artist make in Fort Wayne, IN?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Lead Artist in Fort Wayne, IN is $60,621. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $53,712 to $68,404, with most professionals earning between $47,421 and $75,490.

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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
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Average Total Cash Compensation

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What is the average salary for Lead Artist in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Lead Artist in Fort Wayne, IN. The base salary for Lead Artist ranges from $53,712 to $68,404 with the average base salary of $60,621. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $53,858 to $68,474 with the average total cash compensation of $60,697.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $60,621 $53,712 - $68,404
Bonus $76 $146 - $70
Total Pay $60,697 $53,858 - $68,474
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
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About Fort Wayne, Indiana    Fort Wayne is a city in the U.S. state of Indiana and the seat of Allen County, United States. Located in northeastern Indiana, the city is 18 miles (....More

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