Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Southwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $35,210 -0.1% vs national
Median hourly $16.93
10th percentile $31,140
90th percentile $74,560
Employed locally 110
National median $35,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,140
    25th
    $32,610
    50th (median)
    $35,210
    75th
    $49,710
    90th
    $74,560

    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

    Related occupations in Southwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$34,130
    Childcare Workers$36,780
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$47,640
    Recreation Workers$38,330
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services$50,680
    Animal Caretakers$33,520

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make per hour in Southwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Southwest Colorado is $16.93, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.85 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Colorado above or below average for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salaries?

    The median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary in Southwest Colorado is 0.1% 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 Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists (10th percentile) earn around $31,140 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,610.