How much does a makeup artist make in New York?
$97,150a year
Median yearly pay for makeup artists in New York. That is $46.71 an hour or $8,096 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.71
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 6
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $78,260Median: $97,150Highest 10%: $192,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $78,260 | $37.63 | |
| 25th | $96,540 | $46.41 | |
| Median | $97,150 | $46.71 | |
| 75th | $146,200 | $70.29 | |
| 90th | $192,800 | $92.71 |
Cities in New York
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $97,150 |
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 |
| 5. District of Columbia | $95,730 |
| 6. Florida | $82,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a makeup artist make an hour in New York?
The median hourly pay in New York is $46.71 ($97,150 a year).
Do makeup artists make more in New York than the national average?
Yes: $97,150 against $97,150 nationally, 0% more.
Where does New York rank for makeup artist pay?
New York ranks 4 of 6 states.
Which city in New York pays makeup artists the most?
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, with a median of $97,150 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.