Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Las Vegas, NV

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV

Median annual salary $29,210 -17.1% vs national
Median hourly $14.04
10th percentile $23,680
90th percentile $58,460
Employed locally 1,370
National median $35,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $23,680
    25th
    $27,240
    50th (median)
    $29,210
    75th
    $34,470
    90th
    $58,460

    Las Vegas economic context

    Unemployment rate 5.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $73,845 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
    Reno, NV $54,610
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $45,800
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $39,790
    Jacksonville, NC $36,460
    Carson City, NV $34,520
    Greenville, NC $30,880

    Related occupations in Las Vegas, NV

    OccupationMedian salary
    Gambling Dealers$24,090
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$28,550
    First-Line Supervisors of Gambling Services Workers$64,830
    Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers$28,020
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$49,050
    Childcare Workers$28,430

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Las Vegas, NV is $14.04, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.30 or more per hour.

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

    The median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary in Las Vegas, NV is 17.1% 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 Las Vegas?

    Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists (10th percentile) earn around $23,680 per year in Las Vegas, NV. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $27,240.