Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Southeast Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $40,930 +16.1% vs national
Median hourly $19.68
10th percentile $23,790
90th percentile $57,370
Employed locally 260
National median $35,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $23,790
    25th
    $27,310
    50th (median)
    $40,930
    75th
    $46,460
    90th
    $57,370

    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
    Childcare Workers $29,380
    Recreation Workers $34,300
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $28,260
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $38,680
    Residential Advisors $44,180
    Animal Caretakers $33,960

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Southeast Minnesota is $19.68, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.46 or more per hour.

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

    The median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary in Southeast Minnesota is 16.1% above 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists (10th percentile) earn around $23,790 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $27,310.