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Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Illinois
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Illinois?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$34,040
Median Annual Salary
▼
-2.2% vs 2024
$39,720
Mean Salary
$34,040
Median Salary
$16.37
Hourly Rate
13,190 people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Illinois
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary by percentile in Illinois
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Illinois earn a median salary of $34,040 per year ($2,836/month).
This is 6.1% below the national average of $36,270.
Illinois ranks #33 out of 50 states for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay.
Approximately 13,190 people work in this occupation across Illinois.
Salaries decreased by 2.2% 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 Illinois
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Illinois range from $31,200 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $58,960 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $31,200 and $41,110.
Median $34,040
P10: $31,200P25: $31,200P75: $41,110P90: $58,960
10th
$31,200
25th
$31,200
Median
$34,040
75th
$41,110
90th
$58,960
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$31,200
$15.00
$2,600
25th Percentile
$31,200
$15.00
$2,600
Median (50th)
$34,040
$16.37
$2,836
75th Percentile
$41,110
$19.76
$3,425
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$58,960
$28.35
$4,913
Note: The mean (average) salary of $39,720 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#33
Illinois ranks #33 of 50 states
$36,270
National avg. for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Illinois?
The median annual salary for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Illinois is $34,040 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $39,720.
What is the salary range for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Illinois?
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Illinois range from $31,200 at the 10th percentile to $58,960 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $31,200 and $41,110.
What is the starting salary for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Illinois?
Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists positions in Illinois typically start around $31,200 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $31,200 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Illinois?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 13,190 people are employed as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Illinois.
What is the hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Illinois?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Illinois is approximately $16.37 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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