Manicurists and Pedicurists Salary in Chico, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Chico, CA

Median annual salary $34,210 -1.3% vs national
Median hourly $16.45
10th percentile $33,280
90th percentile $45,410
Employed locally 120
National median $34,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,280
    25th
    $33,560
    50th (median)
    $34,210
    75th
    $35,510
    90th
    $45,410

    Chico economic context

    Unemployment rate 5.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $68,574 2023 • Census ACS
    Manicurists and Pedicurists salary vs area income 50% Median Manicurists and Pedicurists salary is 50% 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
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $39,950
    Napa, CA $37,190
    Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California nonmetropolitan area $36,930
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $36,910
    Canton-Massillon, OH $36,540
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $36,490

    Related occupations in Chico, CA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Recreation Workers $34,250
    Childcare Workers $35,520
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $34,390
    Animal Caretakers $34,720
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $48,910
    Gambling Dealers $34,320

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Manicurists and Pedicurists in Chico, CA is $16.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.83 or more per hour.

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

    The median Manicurists and Pedicurists salary in Chico, CA is 1.3% below 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 Chico?

    Entry-level Manicurists and Pedicurists (10th percentile) earn around $33,280 per year in Chico, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,560.