Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Missoula, MT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Missoula, MT

Median annual salary $36,940 +4.8% vs national
Median hourly $17.76
10th percentile $22,350
90th percentile $59,260
Employed locally 160
National median $35,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,350
    25th
    $22,520
    50th (median)
    $36,940
    75th
    $56,600
    90th
    $59,260

    Missoula economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $70,888 2023 • Census ACS
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary vs area income 52% Median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary is 48% 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
    Great Falls, MT $40,600
    Billings, MT $36,830
    Helena, MT $36,540
    Binghamton, NY $31,200
    Sumter, SC $23,290

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers$34,140
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$27,890
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$39,200
    Recreation Workers$29,500
    Animal Caretakers$33,020
    Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners$22,340

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Missoula, MT is $17.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.49 or more per hour.

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

    The median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary in Missoula, MT is 4.8% 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 Missoula?

    Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists (10th percentile) earn around $22,350 per year in Missoula, MT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $22,520.