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Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Connecticut
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Connecticut?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$44,620
Median Annual Salary
▲
+20.4% vs 2024
$49,130
Mean Salary
$44,620
Median Salary
$21.45
Hourly Rate
4,090 people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Connecticut
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary by percentile in Connecticut
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Connecticut earn a median salary of $44,620 per year ($3,718/month).
This is 23.0% above the national average of $36,270.
Connecticut ranks #6 out of 50 states for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay.
Approximately 4,090 people work in this occupation across Connecticut.
Salaries increased by 20.4% 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 Connecticut
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Connecticut range from $34,010 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $72,620 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $34,310 and $59,790.
Median $44,620
P10: $34,010P25: $34,310P75: $59,790P90: $72,620
10th
$34,010
25th
$34,310
Median
$44,620
75th
$59,790
90th
$72,620
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$34,010
$16.35
$2,834
25th Percentile
$34,310
$16.50
$2,859
Median (50th)
$44,620
$21.45
$3,718
75th Percentile
$59,790
$28.75
$4,982
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$72,620
$34.91
$6,051
Note: The mean (average) salary of $49,130 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#6
Connecticut ranks #6 of 50 states
$36,270
National avg. for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Connecticut?
The median annual salary for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Connecticut is $44,620 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $49,130.
What is the salary range for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Connecticut?
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Connecticut range from $34,010 at the 10th percentile to $72,620 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $34,310 and $59,790.
What is the starting salary for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Connecticut?
Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists positions in Connecticut typically start around $34,010 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $34,310 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Connecticut?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 4,090 people are employed as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Connecticut.
What is the hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Connecticut?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Connecticut is approximately $21.45 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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