Manicurists and Pedicurists Salary in Austin, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX

Median annual salary $37,360 +7.8% vs national
Median hourly $17.96
10th percentile $20,530
90th percentile $59,170
Employed locally 790
National median $34,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $20,530
    25th
    $28,330
    50th (median)
    $37,360
    75th
    $44,450
    90th
    $59,170

    Austin economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.50% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $97,638 2023 • Census ACS
    Manicurists and Pedicurists salary vs area income 38% Median Manicurists and Pedicurists salary is 62% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Manicurists and Pedicurists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN $62,400
    Kentucky $60,950
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $49,580
    Portland-South Portland, ME $49,430
    Maine $49,430
    Grand Forks, ND-MN $49,290

    Nearby metros — Manicurists and Pedicurists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX $37,100
    Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX $36,010
    San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX $35,100
    El Paso, TX $28,350

    Related occupations in Austin, TX

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $29,830
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $36,390
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $33,630
    Animal Caretakers $30,700
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $28,790
    Recreation Workers $38,940

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Manicurists and Pedicurists make per hour in Austin?

    The median hourly wage for Manicurists and Pedicurists in Austin, TX is $17.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.32 or more per hour.

    Is Austin above or below average for Manicurists and Pedicurists salaries?

    The median Manicurists and Pedicurists salary in Austin, TX is 7.8% above the national median of $34,660. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Manicurists and Pedicurists in Austin?

    Entry-level Manicurists and Pedicurists (10th percentile) earn around $20,530 per year in Austin, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,330.