Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Northwest Illinois

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

Median annual salary $31,500 -10.6% vs national
Median hourly $15.15
10th percentile $29,120
90th percentile $60,250
Employed locally 140
National median $35,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,120
    25th
    $29,910
    50th (median)
    $31,500
    75th
    $45,740
    90th
    $60,250

    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 Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $29,710
    Recreation Workers $31,200
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $29,360
    Animal Caretakers $29,290
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $31,050
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services $42,840

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Northwest Illinois is $15.15, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.73 or more per hour.

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

    The median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary in Northwest Illinois is 10.6% 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 Illinois?

    Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists (10th percentile) earn around $29,120 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,910.