Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Killeen, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Killeen-Temple, TX

Median annual salary $27,060 -23.2% vs national
Median hourly $13.01
10th percentile $21,750
90th percentile $45,860
Employed locally 300
National median $35,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $21,750
    25th
    $23,390
    50th (median)
    $27,060
    75th
    $44,260
    90th
    $45,860

    Killeen economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,203 2023 • Census ACS
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary vs area income 40% Median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary is 60% 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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers$23,990
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$22,780
    Recreation Workers$31,230
    Animal Caretakers$28,070
    Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers$21,950
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$38,930

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Killeen, TX is $13.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.14 or more per hour.

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

    The median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary in Killeen, TX is 23.2% 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 Killeen?

    Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists (10th percentile) earn around $21,750 per year in Killeen, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $23,390.