Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Eastern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $27,460 -22.1% vs national
Median hourly $13.20
10th percentile $24,960
90th percentile $60,230
Employed locally 120
National median $35,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $24,960
    25th
    $26,410
    50th (median)
    $27,460
    75th
    $40,150
    90th
    $60,230

    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

    Related occupations in Eastern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers$34,010
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$27,470
    Animal Caretakers$29,560
    Residential Advisors$35,410
    Recreation Workers$34,350
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers$48,030

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make per hour in Eastern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Eastern New Mexico is $13.20, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.66 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern New Mexico above or below average for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salaries?

    The median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary in Eastern New Mexico is 22.1% 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 Eastern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists (10th percentile) earn around $24,960 per year in Eastern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $26,410.