Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in South Central Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Central Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $33,580 -4.7% vs national
Median hourly $16.14
10th percentile $20,730
90th percentile $45,600
Employed locally 410
National median $35,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $20,730
    25th
    $27,920
    50th (median)
    $33,580
    75th
    $37,940
    90th
    $45,600

    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 South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$28,390
    Recreation Workers$33,060
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers$45,460
    Animal Caretakers$28,390
    Childcare Workers$31,260
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$38,980

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make per hour in South Central Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in South Central Wisconsin is $16.14, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.03 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Wisconsin above or below average for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salaries?

    The median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary in South Central Wisconsin is 4.7% 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists (10th percentile) earn around $20,730 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $27,920.