Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Massachusetts

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $43,900 +24.5% vs national
Median hourly $21.11
10th percentile $32,050
90th percentile $66,950
Employed locally 80
National median $35,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,050
    25th
    $33,480
    50th (median)
    $43,900
    75th
    $60,780
    90th
    $66,950

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $42,810
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $36,360
    Recreation Workers $37,000
    Animal Caretakers $37,120
    Tour and Travel Guides $32,520
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services $50,520

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Massachusetts is $21.11, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.19 or more per hour.

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

    The median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary in Massachusetts is 24.5% 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 Massachusetts?

    Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists (10th percentile) earn around $32,050 per year in Massachusetts. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,480.