Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in McAllen, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX

Median annual salary $23,550 -33.2% vs national
Median hourly $11.32
10th percentile $20,390
90th percentile $44,410
Employed locally 410
National median $35,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $20,390
    25th
    $22,460
    50th (median)
    $23,550
    75th
    $28,000
    90th
    $44,410

    McAllen economic context

    Unemployment rate 6.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $52,281 2023 • Census ACS
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary vs area income 45% Median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary is 55% 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$21,350
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$24,580
    Recreation Workers$29,650
    Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers$21,960
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$37,480
    Animal Caretakers$26,920

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in McAllen, TX is $11.32, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.92 or more per hour.

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

    The median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary in McAllen, TX is 33.2% 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 McAllen?

    Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists (10th percentile) earn around $20,390 per year in McAllen, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $22,460.