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Makeup Artists Salary in New York

Makeup Artists in New York earn a median of $97,150 a year, 0% compared with the U.S. median.

Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers

Median pay
$97,150
vs. U.S. median
0% ($97,150)
Rank among states
4 of 6
Jobs in the state
190

Pay range in New York

The lowest-paid 10% earn under $78,260; the top 10% earn over $192,840. Nationally the range is $23,360 to $167,470.

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Makeup Artists pay in New York

How much do makeup artists make in New York?

The median is $97,150 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $78,260 and the top 10% earn over $192,840. BLS OEWS May 2025.

Is New York a good state for makeup artists?

On pay alone it ranks 4 of 6 (0% vs. the national median of $97,150). Living costs are not included.

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Sources. Pay and employment: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (national and state files). Pay is not adjusted for living costs. Data Sources & Licenses