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Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Missouri
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Missouri?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$30,750
Median Annual Salary
▲
+1.2% vs 2024
$40,240
Mean Salary
$30,750
Median Salary
$14.78
Hourly Rate
5,430 people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Missouri
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary by percentile in Missouri
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Missouri earn a median salary of $30,750 per year ($2,562/month).
This is 15.2% below the national average of $36,270.
Missouri ranks #40 out of 50 states for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay.
Approximately 5,430 people work in this occupation across Missouri.
Salaries increased by 1.2% 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 Missouri
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Missouri range from $28,600 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $58,530 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $29,350 and $38,130.
Median $30,750
P10: $28,600P25: $29,350P75: $38,130P90: $58,530
10th
$28,600
25th
$29,350
Median
$30,750
75th
$38,130
90th
$58,530
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$28,600
$13.75
$2,383
25th Percentile
$29,350
$14.11
$2,445
Median (50th)
$30,750
$14.78
$2,562
75th Percentile
$38,130
$18.33
$3,177
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$58,530
$28.14
$4,877
Note: The mean (average) salary of $40,240 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#40
Missouri ranks #40 of 50 states
$36,270
National avg. for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Missouri?
The median annual salary for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Missouri is $30,750 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $40,240.
What is the salary range for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Missouri?
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Missouri range from $28,600 at the 10th percentile to $58,530 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $29,350 and $38,130.
What is the starting salary for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Missouri?
Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists positions in Missouri typically start around $28,600 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $29,350 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Missouri?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 5,430 people are employed as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Missouri.
What is the hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Missouri?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Missouri is approximately $14.78 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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