Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Great Falls, MT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Great Falls, MT

Median annual salary $40,600 +15.2% vs national
Median hourly $19.52
10th percentile $22,300
90th percentile $78,040
Employed locally 60
National median $35,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,300
    25th
    $34,670
    50th (median)
    $40,600
    75th
    $57,290
    90th
    $78,040

    Great Falls economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $66,203 2023 • Census ACS
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary vs area income 61% Median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary is 39% 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
    Missoula, MT $36,940
    Billings, MT $36,830
    Helena, MT $36,540
    Binghamton, NY $31,200
    Sumter, SC $23,290

    Related occupations in Great Falls, MT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $29,940
    Animal Caretakers $30,890
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $26,620
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $31,200
    Gambling Service Workers, All Other $23,090
    Recreation Workers $34,730

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Great Falls, MT is $19.52, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.24 or more per hour.

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

    The median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary in Great Falls, MT is 15.2% 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 Great Falls?

    Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists (10th percentile) earn around $22,300 per year in Great Falls, MT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,670.