Skincare Specialists Salary in Athens, GA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Athens-Clarke County, GA

Median annual salary $46,570 +12.1% vs national
Median hourly $22.39
10th percentile $26,840
90th percentile $76,840
Employed locally 50
National median $41,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $26,840
    25th
    $29,950
    50th (median)
    $46,570
    75th
    $59,930
    90th
    $76,840

    Athens economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.30% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $62,897 2023 • Census ACS
    Skincare Specialists salary vs area income 74% Median Skincare Specialists salary is 26% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Skincare Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA $78,020
    Portland-South Portland, ME $77,280
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $76,520
    Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area $75,020
    Maine $73,500
    Bend, OR $68,200

    Nearby metros — Skincare Specialists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Gainesville, GA $47,810
    Michigan $46,620
    Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA $46,600
    Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC $46,110
    Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC $44,730
    Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV $39,680

    Related occupations in Athens, GA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $25,860
    Animal Caretakers $31,320
    Recreation Workers $35,860
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $42,360
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $34,540
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $21,750

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Skincare Specialists make per hour in Athens?

    The median hourly wage for Skincare Specialists in Athens, GA is $22.39, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.30 or more per hour.

    Is Athens above or below average for Skincare Specialists salaries?

    The median Skincare Specialists salary in Athens, GA is 12.1% above the national median of $41,560. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Skincare Specialists in Athens?

    Entry-level Skincare Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $26,840 per year in Athens, GA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,950.