Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Southeast Alabama

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

Median annual salary $28,740 -18.5% vs national
Median hourly $13.82
10th percentile $21,090
90th percentile $45,560
Employed locally 60
National median $35,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $21,090
    25th
    $23,340
    50th (median)
    $28,740
    75th
    $36,930
    90th
    $45,560

    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$22,030
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$21,210
    Childcare Workers$21,610
    Residential Advisors$31,770
    Animal Caretakers$23,510
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services$36,200

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Southeast Alabama is $13.82, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.90 or more per hour.

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

    The median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary in Southeast Alabama is 18.5% 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 Southeast Alabama?

    Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists (10th percentile) earn around $21,090 per year in Southeast Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $23,340.