Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Western Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $34,080 -3.3% vs national
Median hourly $16.39
10th percentile $23,490
90th percentile $46,520
Employed locally 170
National median $35,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $23,490
    25th
    $31,460
    50th (median)
    $34,080
    75th
    $37,230
    90th
    $46,520

    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 Western Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Recreation Workers$34,270
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers$47,240
    Childcare Workers$30,160
    Animal Caretakers$28,350
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$38,980
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$28,230

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Western Wisconsin is $16.39, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.18 or more per hour.

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

    The median Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary in Western Wisconsin is 3.3% 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 Western Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists (10th percentile) earn around $23,490 per year in Western Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,460.