Skincare Specialists Salary in Waterloo, IA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Waterloo-Cedar Falls, IA

Median annual salary $39,170 -5.8% vs national
Median hourly $18.83
10th percentile $15,080
90th percentile $183,880
Employed locally 30
National median $41,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $15,080
    25th
    $23,420
    50th (median)
    $39,170
    75th
    $74,460
    90th
    $183,880

    Waterloo economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.50% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $68,916 2023 • Census ACS
    Skincare Specialists salary vs area income 57% Median Skincare Specialists salary is 43% 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 Waterloo, IA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Animal Caretakers $22,610
    Childcare Workers $27,380
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $25,060
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $45,570
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $36,130
    Recreation Workers $29,260

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Skincare Specialists make per hour in Waterloo?

    The median hourly wage for Skincare Specialists in Waterloo, IA is $18.83, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $88.41 or more per hour.

    Is Waterloo above or below average for Skincare Specialists salaries?

    The median Skincare Specialists salary in Waterloo, IA is 5.8% 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 Waterloo?

    Entry-level Skincare Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $15,080 per year in Waterloo, IA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $23,420.