Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Northwest Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $31,430 -10.8% vs national
Median hourly $15.11
10th percentile $17,990
90th percentile $43,950
Employed locally 50
National median $35,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $17,990
    25th
    $28,060
    50th (median)
    $31,430
    75th
    $33,650
    90th
    $43,950

    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
    Recreation Workers$26,840
    Childcare Workers$21,830
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$21,150
    Animal Caretakers$27,310
    Residential Advisors$24,760
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services$39,060

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Northwest Alabama is $15.11, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.66 or more per hour.

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

    The median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary in Northwest Alabama is 10.8% 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 Northwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists (10th percentile) earn around $17,990 per year in Northwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,060.