Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Helena, MT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Helena, MT

Median annual salary $36,540 +3.7% vs national
Median hourly $17.57
10th percentile $22,390
90th percentile $79,990
Employed locally 50
National median $35,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,390
    25th
    $30,280
    50th (median)
    $36,540
    75th
    $57,040
    90th
    $79,990

    Helena economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $74,040 2023 • Census ACS
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary vs area income 49% Median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary is 51% 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
    Great Falls, MT $40,600
    Missoula, MT $36,940
    Billings, MT $36,830
    Binghamton, NY $31,200
    Sumter, SC $23,290

    Related occupations in Helena, MT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $30,650
    Childcare Workers $30,780
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $27,290
    Animal Caretakers $31,510
    Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners $22,030
    First-Line Supervisors of Gambling Services Workers $39,320

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Helena, MT is $17.57, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.32 or more per hour.

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

    The median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary in Helena, MT is 3.7% 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 Helena?

    Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists (10th percentile) earn around $22,390 per year in Helena, MT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,280.