How much does a makeup artist make in Georgia?
$143,200a year
Median yearly pay for makeup artists in Georgia. That is $68.86 an hour or $11,940 a month.
- Hourly
- $68.86
- Vs. national median
- +47%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 6
- Jobs in the state
- 200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $64,480Median: $143,200Highest 10%: $162,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $64,480 | $31.00 | |
| 25th | $100,500 | $48.29 | |
| Median | $143,200 | $68.86 | |
| 75th | $160,200 | $77.01 | |
| 90th | $162,200 | $77.98 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $160,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for makeup artists.
| 1. Georgia | $143,200 |
| 2. California | $140,900 |
| 3. Louisiana | $129,600 |
| 4. New York | $97,150 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a makeup artist make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $68.86 ($143,200 a year).
Do makeup artists make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $143,200 against $97,150 nationally, 47% more.
Where does Georgia rank for makeup artist pay?
Georgia ranks 1 of 6 states.
Which city in Georgia pays makeup artists the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $160,200 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.