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Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in New York
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in New York?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$35,760
Median Annual Salary
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+5.3% vs 2024
$50,040
Mean Salary
$35,760
Median Salary
$17.19
Hourly Rate
20,740 people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in New York
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary by percentile in New York
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in New York earn a median salary of $35,760 per year ($2,980/month).
This is 1.4% below the national average of $36,270.
New York ranks #21 out of 50 states for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay.
Approximately 20,740 people work in this occupation across New York.
Salaries increased by 5.3% 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 New York
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in New York range from $33,960 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $88,540 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $34,580 and $58,320.
Median $35,760
P10: $33,960P25: $34,580P75: $58,320P90: $88,540
10th
$33,960
25th
$34,580
Median
$35,760
75th
$58,320
90th
$88,540
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$33,960
$16.33
$2,830
25th Percentile
$34,580
$16.62
$2,881
Median (50th)
$35,760
$17.19
$2,980
75th Percentile
$58,320
$28.04
$4,860
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$88,540
$42.57
$7,378
Note: The mean (average) salary of $50,040 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#21
New York ranks #21 of 50 states
$36,270
National avg. for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in New York?
The median annual salary for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in New York is $35,760 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $50,040.
What is the salary range for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in New York?
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in New York range from $33,960 at the 10th percentile to $88,540 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $34,580 and $58,320.
What is the starting salary for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in New York?
Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists positions in New York typically start around $33,960 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $34,580 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in New York?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 20,740 people are employed as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in New York.
What is the hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in New York?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in New York is approximately $17.19 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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