Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance Salary in California

BLS OEWS May 2025 • 1 metro areas • California

Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance in California earn a median salary of $132,900 per year on average across 1 metro and nonmetro areas, +164.3% vs the national median of $50,280.

$132,900 Avg median salary in California
$132,900 Highest paying metro
$132,900 Lowest paying metro
— Employed in California

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      Metro areaMedian salary25th pct75th pctEmployed
      Los Angeles, CA$132,900$72,800$135,520—

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