Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists

Occupation

$35,250
National Median Salary
$16.95
Median Hourly Wage
295,460
Total Employment

Salary Distribution

$24,580
$29,060
$35,250
$48,300
$70,220

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

Salary Trend (2014-2024)

+52.5%
10 Year Change
$23,120
2014 Median
$35,250
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries Industry Wage Growth Best Paying States Fastest Growing States Where This Career Pays Above Average

Top Paying Industries for 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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Top Paying States for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists

State Annual Median Employment
Washington $58,920 7,410
Hawaii $52,000 1,000
Vermont $49,640 520
South Dakota $49,050 530
Maine $48,480 820

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Performing Arts Companies Motion Picture and Video Industries Motion Picture and Sound Recording 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 Miscellaneous Manufacturing Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing Management of Companies and Enterprises Temporary Help Services Hospitals General Medical and Surgical Hospitals