Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Burlington, VT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Burlington-South Burlington, VT

Median annual salary $49,860 +41.4% vs national
Median hourly $23.97
10th percentile $36,900
90th percentile $93,900
Employed locally 240
National median $35,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,900
    25th
    $44,110
    50th (median)
    $49,860
    75th
    $60,200
    90th
    $93,900

    Burlington economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $90,911 2023 • Census ACS
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary vs area income 55% Median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary is 45% 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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers$38,430
    Recreation Workers$36,120
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    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$33,520
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services$51,900
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers$48,340

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Burlington, VT is $23.97, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.13 or more per hour.

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

    The median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary in Burlington, VT is 41.4% above 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 Burlington?

    Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists (10th percentile) earn around $36,900 per year in Burlington, VT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,110.