Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Northwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $32,870 -6.8% vs national
Median hourly $15.80
10th percentile $22,570
90th percentile $65,970
Employed locally 190
National median $35,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,570
    25th
    $27,460
    50th (median)
    $32,870
    75th
    $50,090
    90th
    $65,970

    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 $35,630
    Childcare Workers $30,310
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $26,780
    Gambling Service Workers, All Other $28,560
    Animal Caretakers $31,510
    Residential Advisors $45,690

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Northwest Minnesota is $15.80, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.50 or more per hour.

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

    The median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary in Northwest Minnesota is 6.8% 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists (10th percentile) earn around $22,570 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $27,460.