Shampooers Salary in Houston, TX

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

Median annual salary $18,200 -42.2% vs national
Median hourly $8.75
10th percentile $18,200
90th percentile $26,330
National median $31,470

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $18,200
    25th
    $18,200
    50th (median)
    $18,200
    75th
    $18,200
    90th
    $26,330

    Houston economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $80,458 2023 • Census ACS
    Shampooers salary vs area income 23% Median Shampooers salary is 77% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Shampooers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $36,320
    California $35,970
    Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA $35,970
    Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH $35,830
    Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT $34,580
    Trenton-Princeton, NJ $34,360

    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 Shampooers make per hour in Houston?

    The median hourly wage for Shampooers in Houston, TX is $8.75, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $12.66 or more per hour.

    Is Houston above or below average for Shampooers salaries?

    The median Shampooers salary in Houston, TX is 42.2% below the national median of $31,470. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Shampooers in Houston?

    Entry-level Shampooers (10th percentile) earn around $18,200 per year in Houston, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $18,200.