Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Flagstaff, AZ

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Flagstaff, AZ

Median annual salary $35,660 +1.2% vs national
Median hourly $17.14
10th percentile $29,850
90th percentile $57,540
Employed locally 120
National median $35,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,850
    25th
    $31,150
    50th (median)
    $35,660
    75th
    $44,910
    90th
    $57,540

    Flagstaff economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $69,748 2023 • Census ACS
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary vs area income 51% Median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary is 49% 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
    Tucson, AZ $36,120
    Kalamazoo-Portage, MI $35,980
    Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ $35,220
    Yuma, AZ $34,690
    Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ $33,520
    Lake Havasu City-Kingman, AZ $31,580

    Related occupations in Flagstaff, AZ

    OccupationMedian salary
    Tour and Travel Guides $37,980
    Recreation Workers $36,410
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $31,520
    Animal Caretakers $36,550
    Childcare Workers $37,910
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $49,320

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Flagstaff, AZ is $17.14, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.51 or more per hour.

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

    The median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary in Flagstaff, AZ is 1.2% 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 Flagstaff?

    Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists (10th percentile) earn around $29,850 per year in Flagstaff, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,150.