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Salary · Tennessee · BLS OEWS May 2024

Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance Salary in Tennessee

In Tennessee, makeup artists, theatrical and performance earn a median of $58,560 per year.

Median (Tennessee)
$58,560
Bottom 10%
$22,670
Top 10%
$151,450
Employed in Tennessee
30

How Tennessee compares

Refit analysis ·In Tennessee, makeup artists, theatrical and performance earn a median of $58,560 — 16% above the national median of $50,280. Locally the range runs $22,670 to $151,450. About 30 people hold this role in the state.
Refit analysis ·Tennessee ranks #5 of 6 states for makeup artists, theatrical and performance pay — roughly the 20th percentile among states. That trails the top-paying state (California, $132,890) by 127%. State employment of about 30 also shapes how competitive local openings are.

National benchmark

US median
$50,280
US bottom 10%
$22,010
US top 10%
$157,090

Skills that move pay in this role

  • Speaking
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking
  • Active Learning
  • Monitoring
  • Writing
  • Learning Strategies

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