Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologist Career

Job Description: 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.


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Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologist Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$43,460

Median Hourly Wage

$20.89*

Total Employed Nationally

295,460


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2025 wage data and 2024-2034 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2024-2034). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.