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Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Florida
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Florida?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$29,530
Median Annual Salary
▼
-0.8% vs 2024
$36,210
Mean Salary
$29,530
Median Salary
$14.20
Hourly Rate
23,530 people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Florida
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary by percentile in Florida
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Florida earn a median salary of $29,530 per year ($2,460/month).
This is 18.6% below the national average of $36,270.
Florida ranks #45 out of 50 states for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay.
Approximately 23,530 people work in this occupation across Florida.
Salaries decreased by 0.8% 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 Florida
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Florida range from $27,450 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $58,320 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $28,340 and $35,090.
Median $29,530
P10: $27,450P25: $28,340P75: $35,090P90: $58,320
10th
$27,450
25th
$28,340
Median
$29,530
75th
$35,090
90th
$58,320
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$27,450
$13.20
$2,287
25th Percentile
$28,340
$13.62
$2,361
Median (50th)
$29,530
$14.20
$2,460
75th Percentile
$35,090
$16.87
$2,924
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$58,320
$28.04
$4,860
Note: The mean (average) salary of $36,210 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#45
Florida ranks #45 of 50 states
$36,270
National avg. for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Florida?
The median annual salary for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Florida is $29,530 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $36,210.
What is the salary range for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Florida?
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Florida range from $27,450 at the 10th percentile to $58,320 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $28,340 and $35,090.
What is the starting salary for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Florida?
Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists positions in Florida typically start around $27,450 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $28,340 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Florida?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 23,530 people are employed as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Florida.
What is the hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Florida?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Florida is approximately $14.20 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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