Manicurists and Pedicurists Salary in Milwaukee, WI

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI

Median annual salary $31,990 -7.7% vs national
Median hourly $15.38
10th percentile $22,410
90th percentile $40,450
Employed locally 1,070
National median $34,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,410
    25th
    $31,690
    50th (median)
    $31,990
    75th
    $37,330
    90th
    $40,450

    Milwaukee economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $76,404 2023 • Census ACS
    Manicurists and Pedicurists salary vs area income 42% Median Manicurists and Pedicurists salary is 58% 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
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $46,180
    Eau Claire, WI $39,690
    Green Bay, WI $36,440
    Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI $36,140
    Fond du Lac, WI $35,770
    Providence-Warwick, RI-MA $35,640

    Related occupations in Milwaukee, WI

    OccupationMedian salary
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $43,660
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $38,230
    Recreation Workers $34,100
    Animal Caretakers $30,490
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers $45,750
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $26,180

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Manicurists and Pedicurists in Milwaukee, WI is $15.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.76 or more per hour.

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

    The median Manicurists and Pedicurists salary in Milwaukee, WI is 7.7% 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 Milwaukee?

    Entry-level Manicurists and Pedicurists (10th percentile) earn around $22,410 per year in Milwaukee, WI. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,690.