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Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Louisiana
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Louisiana?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$26,030
Median Annual Salary
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+10.9% vs 2024
$27,600
Mean Salary
$26,030
Median Salary
$12.51
Hourly Rate
2,720 people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Louisiana
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary by percentile in Louisiana
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Louisiana earn a median salary of $26,030 per year ($2,169/month).
This is 28.2% below the national average of $36,270.
Louisiana ranks #50 out of 50 states for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay.
Approximately 2,720 people work in this occupation across Louisiana.
Salaries increased by 10.9% 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 Louisiana
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Louisiana range from $21,590 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $33,900 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $23,060 and $29,530.
Median $26,030
P10: $21,590P25: $23,060P75: $29,530P90: $33,900
10th
$21,590
25th
$23,060
Median
$26,030
75th
$29,530
90th
$33,900
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$21,590
$10.38
$1,799
25th Percentile
$23,060
$11.09
$1,921
Median (50th)
$26,030
$12.51
$2,169
75th Percentile
$29,530
$14.20
$2,460
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$33,900
$16.30
$2,825
Note: The mean (average) salary of $27,600 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#50
Louisiana ranks #50 of 50 states
$36,270
National avg. for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Louisiana?
The median annual salary for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Louisiana is $26,030 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $27,600.
What is the salary range for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Louisiana?
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Louisiana range from $21,590 at the 10th percentile to $33,900 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $23,060 and $29,530.
What is the starting salary for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Louisiana?
Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists positions in Louisiana typically start around $21,590 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $23,060 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Louisiana?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 2,720 people are employed as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Louisiana.
What is the hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Louisiana?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Louisiana is approximately $12.51 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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