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Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Maryland
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Maryland?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$36,420
Median Annual Salary
▼
-0.1% vs 2024
$45,350
Mean Salary
$36,420
Median Salary
$17.51
Hourly Rate
5,860 people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Maryland
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary by percentile in Maryland
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Maryland earn a median salary of $36,420 per year ($3,035/month).
This is 0.4% above the national average of $36,270.
Maryland ranks #17 out of 50 states for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay.
Approximately 5,860 people work in this occupation across Maryland.
Salaries decreased by 0.1% 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 Maryland
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Maryland range from $31,830 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $72,940 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $32,710 and $47,590.
Median $36,420
P10: $31,830P25: $32,710P75: $47,590P90: $72,940
10th
$31,830
25th
$32,710
Median
$36,420
75th
$47,590
90th
$72,940
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$31,830
$15.30
$2,652
25th Percentile
$32,710
$15.73
$2,725
Median (50th)
$36,420
$17.51
$3,035
75th Percentile
$47,590
$22.88
$3,965
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$72,940
$35.07
$6,078
Note: The mean (average) salary of $45,350 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#17
Maryland ranks #17 of 50 states
$36,270
National avg. for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Maryland?
The median annual salary for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Maryland is $36,420 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $45,350.
What is the salary range for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Maryland?
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Maryland range from $31,830 at the 10th percentile to $72,940 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $32,710 and $47,590.
What is the starting salary for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Maryland?
Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists positions in Maryland typically start around $31,830 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $32,710 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Maryland?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 5,860 people are employed as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Maryland.
What is the hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Maryland?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Maryland is approximately $17.51 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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