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Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Colorado
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Colorado?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$37,690
Median Annual Salary
▼
-13.7% vs 2024
$51,590
Mean Salary
$37,690
Median Salary
$18.12
Hourly Rate
6,820 people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Colorado
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary by percentile in Colorado
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Colorado earn a median salary of $37,690 per year ($3,140/month).
This is 3.9% above the national average of $36,270.
Colorado ranks #13 out of 50 states for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay.
Approximately 6,820 people work in this occupation across Colorado.
Salaries decreased by 13.7% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
Provide beauty services, such as cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp. May shampoo hair, apply makeup, dress wigs, remove hair, and provide nail and skincare services.
Top Skills
Active Listening
3.88
Speaking
3.75
Service Orientation
3.62
Critical Thinking
3.38
Active Learning
3.25
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.43
Sales and Marketing
3.67
Administration and Management
3.01
Education and Training
2.97
English Language
2.87
Typical Education: Post-Secondary Certificate
(79.0% of workers)
Salary Range: Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Colorado
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Colorado range from $31,520 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $98,860 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $35,330 and $59,710.
Median $37,690
P10: $31,520P25: $35,330P75: $59,710P90: $98,860
10th
$31,520
25th
$35,330
Median
$37,690
75th
$59,710
90th
$98,860
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$31,520
$15.15
$2,626
25th Percentile
$35,330
$16.99
$2,944
Median (50th)
$37,690
$18.12
$3,140
75th Percentile
$59,710
$28.71
$4,975
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$98,860
$47.53
$8,238
Note: The mean (average) salary of $51,590 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#13
Colorado ranks #13 of 50 states
$36,270
National avg. for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Colorado?
The median annual salary for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Colorado is $37,690 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $51,590.
What is the salary range for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Colorado?
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Colorado range from $31,520 at the 10th percentile to $98,860 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $35,330 and $59,710.
What is the starting salary for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Colorado?
Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists positions in Colorado typically start around $31,520 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $35,330 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Colorado?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 6,820 people are employed as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Colorado.
What is the hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Colorado?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Colorado is approximately $18.12 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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