How much does a Lead Artist make in Helena, MT?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Lead Artist in Helena, MT is $56,605. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $50,154 to $63,872, with most professionals earning between $44,281 and $70,488.

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Average Base Salary

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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 Helena, MT. The base salary for Lead Artist ranges from $50,154 to $63,872 with the average base salary of $56,605. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $50,292 to $63,938 with the average total cash compensation of $56,677.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $56,605 $50,154 - $63,872
Bonus $72 $137 - $66
Total Pay $56,677 $50,292 - $63,938
* 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.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Helena, MT
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About Helena, Montana    Helena (/ˈhɛlɪnə/) is the state capital of the U.S. state of Montana and the county seat of Lewis and Clark County. Helena was founded as a gold camp ....More

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