Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in El Paso, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • El Paso, TX

Median annual salary $25,640 -27.3% vs national
Median hourly $12.33
10th percentile $20,640
90th percentile $45,990
Employed locally 540
National median $35,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $20,640
    25th
    $22,490
    50th (median)
    $25,640
    75th
    $34,630
    90th
    $45,990

    El Paso economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $58,800 2023 • Census ACS
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary vs area income 44% Median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary is 56% 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
    Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX $33,630
    Midland, TX $30,040
    Odessa, TX $29,390
    Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX $28,930
    Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX $28,920
    Waco, TX $28,390

    Related occupations in El Paso, TX

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers$22,710
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$23,020
    Animal Caretakers$27,730
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$36,550
    Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers$23,420
    Recreation Workers$29,170

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in El Paso, TX is $12.33, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.73 or more per hour.

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

    The median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary in El Paso, TX is 27.3% 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 El Paso?

    Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists (10th percentile) earn around $20,640 per year in El Paso, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $22,490.