How much does a makeup artist make in Washington?
$95,730a year
Median yearly pay for makeup artists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $46.02 an hour or $7,978 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.02
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among cities
- 5 of 5
- Jobs in the area
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,000Median: $95,730Highest 10%: $138,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,000 | $25.00 | |
| 25th | $84,820 | $40.78 | |
| Median | $95,730 | $46.02 | |
| 75th | $97,220 | $46.74 | |
| 90th | $138,800 | $66.72 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for makeup artists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Mortician | $60,440 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Worker | $53,310 |
| Costume Attendant | $51,280 |
| Animal Trainer | $50,460 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Worker | $49,300 |
| Gambling Service Worker | $48,950 |
| Barber | $48,780 |
| Residential Advisor | $47,010 |
| Skincare Specialist | $46,620 |
| Exercise Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor | $46,190 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a makeup artist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $46.02 ($95,730 a year).
Do makeup artists make more in Washington than the national average?
No: $95,730 against $97,150 nationally, 1% less.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $95,730, so Washington pays 0% more.
Where does Washington rank for makeup artist pay?
5 of 5 metro areas with data.
How much does a makeup artist make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $52,000 or less a year; the top 10% make $138,800 or more.
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.