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How Much Do Cosmetology & Beauty Professionals Make?


This article contains information about cosmetology and beauty professionals’ salaries, and it includes average salary information, industries with top salaries and different types of cosmetology jobs and their pay at various locations across the United States.

Cosmetology & Beauty Salaries On Average

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the average salary for cosmetologists was $38,910 in 2022. Your pay may also vary depending on your experience, location, and specialty. The employment outlook for cosmetologists is very stable. By 2031, employment among cosmetologists is expected to increase 11 percent, which is more than double that of the national average. 

Cosmetology & Beauty Salaries By Industry

Industries with the highest levels of employment for cosmetologists in 2022 and average annual pay: 


 Personal Care Services $39,290
 General Merchandise Stores$30,610
Health and Personal Care Stores$27,750
Motion Picture and Video Industries $97,910


“Barbers, hair stylists, and cosmetologists may receive tips from customers. High quality work and customer service usually contribute to greater tip totals.” - BLS

Top Paying States for Cosmetologists

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the top paying states for cosmetologists in 2022 were: 


Massachusetts$48,710
Washington$47,970
Maine$47,300
Colorado$46,340


Reference:

Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Barbers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists, on the internet here (visited May, 2022). 

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