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Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Massachusetts
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Massachusetts?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$37,290
Median Annual Salary
▼
-21.9% vs 2024
$49,700
Mean Salary
$37,290
Median Salary
$17.93
Hourly Rate
9,600 people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Massachusetts
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary by percentile in Massachusetts
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Massachusetts earn a median salary of $37,290 per year ($3,107/month).
This is 2.8% above the national average of $36,270.
Massachusetts ranks #14 out of 50 states for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay.
Approximately 9,600 people work in this occupation across Massachusetts.
Salaries decreased by 21.9% 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 Massachusetts
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Massachusetts range from $31,600 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $79,330 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $34,930 and $60,340.
Median $37,290
P10: $31,600P25: $34,930P75: $60,340P90: $79,330
10th
$31,600
25th
$34,930
Median
$37,290
75th
$60,340
90th
$79,330
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$31,600
$15.19
$2,633
25th Percentile
$34,930
$16.79
$2,910
Median (50th)
$37,290
$17.93
$3,107
75th Percentile
$60,340
$29.01
$5,028
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$79,330
$38.14
$6,610
Note: The mean (average) salary of $49,700 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#14
Massachusetts ranks #14 of 50 states
$36,270
National avg. for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Massachusetts?
The median annual salary for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Massachusetts is $37,290 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $49,700.
What is the salary range for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Massachusetts?
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Massachusetts range from $31,600 at the 10th percentile to $79,330 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $34,930 and $60,340.
What is the starting salary for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Massachusetts?
Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists positions in Massachusetts typically start around $31,600 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $34,930 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Massachusetts?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 9,600 people are employed as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Massachusetts.
What is the hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Massachusetts?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Massachusetts is approximately $17.93 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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