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Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Georgia
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Georgia?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$34,560
Median Annual Salary
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+12.2% vs 2024
$42,830
Mean Salary
$34,560
Median Salary
$16.62
Hourly Rate
7,910 people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Georgia
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary by percentile in Georgia
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Georgia earn a median salary of $34,560 per year ($2,880/month).
This is 4.7% below the national average of $36,270.
Georgia ranks #29 out of 50 states for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay.
Approximately 7,910 people work in this occupation across Georgia.
Salaries increased by 12.2% 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 Georgia
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Georgia range from $17,310 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $79,170 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $24,810 and $48,730.
Median $34,560
P10: $17,310P25: $24,810P75: $48,730P90: $79,170
10th
$17,310
25th
$24,810
Median
$34,560
75th
$48,730
90th
$79,170
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$17,310
$8.32
$1,442
25th Percentile
$24,810
$11.93
$2,067
Median (50th)
$34,560
$16.62
$2,880
75th Percentile
$48,730
$23.43
$4,060
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$79,170
$38.06
$6,597
Note: The mean (average) salary of $42,830 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#29
Georgia ranks #29 of 50 states
$36,270
National avg. for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Georgia?
The median annual salary for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Georgia is $34,560 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $42,830.
What is the salary range for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Georgia?
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Georgia range from $17,310 at the 10th percentile to $79,170 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $24,810 and $48,730.
What is the starting salary for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Georgia?
Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists positions in Georgia typically start around $17,310 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $24,810 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Georgia?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 7,910 people are employed as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Georgia.
What is the hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Georgia?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Georgia is approximately $16.62 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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