Provide beauty services, such as cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp. May shampoo hair, apply makeup, dress wigs, remove hair, and provide nail and skincare services.
Annual wage data for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
295,460
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $24,580. 25th percentile: U.S. $29,060. 50th percentile: U.S. $35,250. 75th percentile: U.S. $48,300. 90th percentile: U.S. $70,220. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $24,580 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $70,220 |
| Workers on average earn | $43,460 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
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