Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Northwest Colorado

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

Median annual salary $35,000 -0.7% vs national
Median hourly $16.83
10th percentile $31,060
90th percentile $74,450
Employed locally 210
National median $35,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,060
    25th
    $32,940
    50th (median)
    $35,000
    75th
    $47,730
    90th
    $74,450

    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

    Related occupations in Northwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$38,170
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$55,950
    Childcare Workers$39,460
    Recreation Workers$41,340
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services$59,090
    Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other$41,600

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Northwest Colorado is $16.83, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.48 or more per hour.

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

    The median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary in Northwest Colorado is 0.7% 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 Colorado?

    Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists (10th percentile) earn around $31,060 per year in Northwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,940.