Manicurists and Pedicurists Salary in Tampa, FL

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL

Median annual salary $35,780 +3.2% vs national
Median hourly $17.20
10th percentile $27,610
90th percentile $46,950
Employed locally 530
National median $34,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,610
    25th
    $29,250
    50th (median)
    $35,780
    75th
    $39,070
    90th
    $46,950

    Tampa economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.50% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $71,254 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
    South Florida nonmetropolitan area $38,080
    Sebastian-Vero Beach-West Vero Corridor, FL $37,540
    Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, FL $37,480
    Naples-Marco Island, FL $36,890
    Crestview-Fort Walton Beach-Destin, FL $36,470
    Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL $36,070

    Related occupations in Tampa, FL

    OccupationMedian salary
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$28,470
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$28,680
    Childcare Workers$29,890
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$41,600
    Recreation Workers$34,280
    Animal Caretakers$30,160

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Manicurists and Pedicurists in Tampa, FL is $17.20, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.79 or more per hour.

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

    The median Manicurists and Pedicurists salary in Tampa, FL is 3.2% 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 Tampa?

    Entry-level Manicurists and Pedicurists (10th percentile) earn around $27,610 per year in Tampa, FL. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,250.