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Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Nebraska
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Nebraska?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$34,320
Median Annual Salary
▼
-12.4% vs 2024
$43,850
Mean Salary
$34,320
Median Salary
$16.50
Hourly Rate
1,890 people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Nebraska
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary by percentile in Nebraska
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Nebraska earn a median salary of $34,320 per year ($2,860/month).
This is 5.4% below the national average of $36,270.
Nebraska ranks #32 out of 50 states for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay.
Approximately 1,890 people work in this occupation across Nebraska.
Salaries decreased by 12.4% 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 Nebraska
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Nebraska range from $28,080 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $73,740 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $30,360 and $49,870.
Median $34,320
P10: $28,080P25: $30,360P75: $49,870P90: $73,740
10th
$28,080
25th
$30,360
Median
$34,320
75th
$49,870
90th
$73,740
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$28,080
$13.50
$2,340
25th Percentile
$30,360
$14.60
$2,530
Median (50th)
$34,320
$16.50
$2,860
75th Percentile
$49,870
$23.98
$4,155
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$73,740
$35.45
$6,145
Note: The mean (average) salary of $43,850 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#32
Nebraska ranks #32 of 50 states
$36,270
National avg. for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Nebraska?
The median annual salary for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Nebraska is $34,320 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $43,850.
What is the salary range for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Nebraska?
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Nebraska range from $28,080 at the 10th percentile to $73,740 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $30,360 and $49,870.
What is the starting salary for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Nebraska?
Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists positions in Nebraska typically start around $28,080 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $30,360 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Nebraska?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,890 people are employed as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Nebraska.
What is the hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Nebraska?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Nebraska is approximately $16.50 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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