Skincare Specialists Salary in Des Moines, IA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA

Median annual salary $38,730 -6.8% vs national
Median hourly $18.62
10th percentile $22,880
90th percentile $191,910
Employed locally 300
National median $41,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,880
    25th
    $26,000
    50th (median)
    $38,730
    75th
    $101,020
    90th
    $191,910

    Des Moines economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $84,209 2023 • Census ACS
    Skincare Specialists salary vs area income 46% Median Skincare Specialists salary is 54% 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
    Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA $78,020
    District of Columbia $54,990
    Omaha, NE-IA $53,380
    Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area $50,900
    Columbia, MO $50,500
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $50,270

    Related occupations in Des Moines, IA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers$30,560
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$27,320
    Animal Caretakers$30,070
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$37,060
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$38,060
    Recreation Workers$33,140

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Skincare Specialists make per hour in Des Moines?

    The median hourly wage for Skincare Specialists in Des Moines, IA is $18.62, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $92.26 or more per hour.

    Is Des Moines above or below average for Skincare Specialists salaries?

    The median Skincare Specialists salary in Des Moines, IA is 6.8% below 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 Des Moines?

    Entry-level Skincare Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $22,880 per year in Des Moines, IA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $26,000.