Barbers, Hairdressers, Hairstylists and Cosmetologists

Occupation

$35,420
National Median Salary
$17.03
Median Hourly Wage
313,560
Total Employment

Salary Distribution

$24,960
$29,120
$35,420
$48,670
$71,360

10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile

Salary Trend (2014-2024)

+52.7%
10 Year Change
$23,200
2014 Median
$35,420
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries Industry Wage Growth Where This Career Pays Above Average

Note: State and industry pay breakdowns are available for more specific job titles. See detailed occupations below.

Top Paying Industries for Barbers, Hairdressers, Hairstylists and Cosmetologists

Industry Annual Median Employment
Performing Arts Companies $116,610 220
Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries $105,010 1,720
Motion Picture and Video Industries $105,010 1,720
Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries $101,130 250
Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers $93,950 210

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Detailed Barbers, Hairdressers, Hairstylists and Cosmetologists Occupations

These specific job titles have more detailed state and industry salary data:

Occupation Annual Median
Barbers $38,960
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $35,250

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Performing Arts Companies Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries Motion Picture and Video Industries Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers Broadcasting and Content Providers Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing Miscellaneous Manufacturing Management of Companies and Enterprises Temporary Help Services Hospitals General Medical and Surgical Hospitals