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Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Hawaii
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Hawaii?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$35,040
Median Annual Salary
▼
-32.6% vs 2024
$45,920
Mean Salary
$35,040
Median Salary
$16.85
Hourly Rate
930 people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Hawaii
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary by percentile in Hawaii
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Hawaii earn a median salary of $35,040 per year ($2,920/month).
This is 3.4% below the national average of $36,270.
Hawaii ranks #25 out of 50 states for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay.
Approximately 930 people work in this occupation across Hawaii.
Salaries decreased by 32.6% 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 Hawaii
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Hawaii range from $29,120 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $73,820 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $29,650 and $56,360.
Median $35,040
P10: $29,120P25: $29,650P75: $56,360P90: $73,820
10th
$29,120
25th
$29,650
Median
$35,040
75th
$56,360
90th
$73,820
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$29,120
$14.00
$2,426
25th Percentile
$29,650
$14.25
$2,470
Median (50th)
$35,040
$16.85
$2,920
75th Percentile
$56,360
$27.10
$4,696
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$73,820
$35.49
$6,151
Note: The mean (average) salary of $45,920 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#25
Hawaii ranks #25 of 50 states
$36,270
National avg. for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Hawaii?
The median annual salary for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Hawaii is $35,040 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $45,920.
What is the salary range for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Hawaii?
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Hawaii range from $29,120 at the 10th percentile to $73,820 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $29,650 and $56,360.
What is the starting salary for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Hawaii?
Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists positions in Hawaii typically start around $29,120 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $29,650 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Hawaii?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 930 people are employed as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Hawaii.
What is the hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Hawaii?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Hawaii is approximately $16.85 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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