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Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Idaho
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Idaho?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$35,480
Median Annual Salary
▲
+4.9% vs 2024
$35,740
Mean Salary
$35,480
Median Salary
$17.06
Hourly Rate
2,250 people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Idaho
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary by percentile in Idaho
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Idaho earn a median salary of $35,480 per year ($2,956/month).
This is 2.2% below the national average of $36,270.
Idaho ranks #23 out of 50 states for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay.
Approximately 2,250 people work in this occupation across Idaho.
Salaries increased by 4.9% 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 Idaho
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Idaho range from $22,810 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $48,000 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $27,470 and $37,710.
Median $35,480
P10: $22,810P25: $27,470P75: $37,710P90: $48,000
10th
$22,810
25th
$27,470
Median
$35,480
75th
$37,710
90th
$48,000
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$22,810
$10.97
$1,900
25th Percentile
$27,470
$13.21
$2,289
Median (50th)
$35,480
$17.06
$2,956
75th Percentile
$37,710
$18.13
$3,142
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$48,000
$23.08
$4,000
Note: The mean (average) salary of $35,740 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#23
Idaho ranks #23 of 50 states
$36,270
National avg. for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Idaho?
The median annual salary for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Idaho is $35,480 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $35,740.
What is the salary range for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Idaho?
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Idaho range from $22,810 at the 10th percentile to $48,000 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $27,470 and $37,710.
What is the starting salary for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Idaho?
Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists positions in Idaho typically start around $22,810 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $27,470 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Idaho?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 2,250 people are employed as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Idaho.
What is the hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Idaho?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Idaho is approximately $17.06 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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