Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Hot Springs, AR

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Hot Springs, AR

Median annual salary $26,110 -25.9% vs national
Median hourly $12.56
10th percentile $22,880
90th percentile $38,080
Employed locally 50
National median $35,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,880
    25th
    $22,880
    50th (median)
    $26,110
    75th
    $31,160
    90th
    $38,080

    Hot Springs economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.60% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $55,409 2023 • Census ACS
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary vs area income 47% Median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary is 53% 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
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $60,770
    East North Dakota nonmetropolitan area $58,450
    West South Dakota nonmetropolitan area $52,250
    Western Washington nonmetropolitan area $52,000
    Northern Vermont nonmetropolitan area $50,310
    Southern Vermont nonmetropolitan area $49,470

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers$30,100
    Animal Caretakers$28,110
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$25,050
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$46,830
    Recreation Workers$23,330
    Residential Advisors$40,600

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Hot Springs, AR is $12.56, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $19.15 or more per hour.

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

    The median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary in Hot Springs, AR is 25.9% 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 Hot Springs?

    Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists (10th percentile) earn around $22,880 per year in Hot Springs, AR. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $22,880.