Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Albuquerque, NM

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Albuquerque, NM

Median annual salary $28,950 -17.9% vs national
Median hourly $13.92
10th percentile $26,680
90th percentile $62,640
Employed locally 880
National median $35,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $26,680
    25th
    $27,180
    50th (median)
    $28,950
    75th
    $45,540
    90th
    $62,640

    Albuquerque economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,995 2023 • Census ACS
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary vs area income 43% Median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary is 57% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $60,770
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $60,140
    Bellingham, WA $60,130
    Washington $58,920
    Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA $58,800
    East North Dakota nonmetropolitan area $58,450

    Nearby metros — Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    East North Dakota nonmetropolitan area $58,450
    West South Dakota nonmetropolitan area $52,250
    Western Washington nonmetropolitan area $52,000
    Northern Vermont nonmetropolitan area $50,310
    Southern Vermont nonmetropolitan area $49,470
    East South Dakota nonmetropolitan area $48,780

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $35,010
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $47,850
    Animal Caretakers $30,580
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $28,140
    Recreation Workers $25,280
    Residential Advisors $35,730

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make per hour in Albuquerque?

    The median hourly wage for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Albuquerque, NM is $13.92, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.05 or more per hour.

    Is Albuquerque above or below average for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salaries?

    The median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary in Albuquerque, NM is 17.9% below the national median of $35,250. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Albuquerque?

    Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists (10th percentile) earn around $26,680 per year in Albuquerque, NM. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $27,180.