How much does a Special Effects Makeup Artist make in Salt Lake City, UT?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Special Effects Makeup Artist in Salt Lake City, UT is $58,352. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $50,288 to $66,436, with most professionals earning between $42,945 and $73,796.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Special Effects Makeup Artist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Special Effects Makeup Artist Salary $42,945 Salt Lake City,UT April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Special Effects Makeup Artist Salary $50,288 Salt Lake City,UT April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Special Effects Makeup Artist Salary $58,352 Salt Lake City,UT April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Special Effects Makeup Artist Salary $66,436 Salt Lake City,UT April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Special Effects Makeup Artist Salary $73,796 Salt Lake City,UT April 01, 2025
25% $50,288 10% $42,945 90% $73,796 75% $66,436 $58,352 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Art Designer I

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    3 - 5 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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