Manicurists and Pedicurists Salary in Houston, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX

Median annual salary $36,010 +3.9% vs national
Median hourly $17.31
10th percentile $20,630
90th percentile $56,990
Employed locally 1,130
National median $34,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $20,630
    25th
    $28,300
    50th (median)
    $36,010
    75th
    $56,520
    90th
    $56,990

    Houston economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $80,458 2023 • Census ACS
    Manicurists and Pedicurists salary vs area income 45% Median Manicurists and Pedicurists salary is 55% 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
    Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX $37,360
    Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX $37,100
    San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX $35,100
    El Paso, TX $28,350

    Related occupations in Houston, TX

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $28,490
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $28,930
    Animal Caretakers $29,220
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $27,000
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $42,530
    Recreation Workers $30,630

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Manicurists and Pedicurists in Houston, TX is $17.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.26 or more per hour.

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

    The median Manicurists and Pedicurists salary in Houston, TX is 3.9% 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 Houston?

    Entry-level Manicurists and Pedicurists (10th percentile) earn around $20,630 per year in Houston, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,300.