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Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Pennsylvania
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Pennsylvania?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$36,790
Median Annual Salary
▲
+24.0% vs 2024
$43,000
Mean Salary
$36,790
Median Salary
$17.69
Hourly Rate
19,350 people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Pennsylvania
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary by percentile in Pennsylvania
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Pennsylvania earn a median salary of $36,790 per year ($3,065/month).
This is 1.4% above the national average of $36,270.
Pennsylvania ranks #16 out of 50 states for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay.
Approximately 19,350 people work in this occupation across Pennsylvania.
Salaries increased by 24.0% 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 Pennsylvania
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Pennsylvania range from $23,700 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $68,750 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $29,050 and $55,360.
Median $36,790
P10: $23,700P25: $29,050P75: $55,360P90: $68,750
10th
$23,700
25th
$29,050
Median
$36,790
75th
$55,360
90th
$68,750
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$23,700
$11.39
$1,975
25th Percentile
$29,050
$13.97
$2,420
Median (50th)
$36,790
$17.69
$3,065
75th Percentile
$55,360
$26.62
$4,613
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$68,750
$33.05
$5,729
Note: The mean (average) salary of $43,000 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#16
Pennsylvania ranks #16 of 50 states
$36,270
National avg. for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Pennsylvania?
The median annual salary for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Pennsylvania is $36,790 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $43,000.
What is the salary range for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Pennsylvania?
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Pennsylvania range from $23,700 at the 10th percentile to $68,750 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $29,050 and $55,360.
What is the starting salary for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Pennsylvania?
Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists positions in Pennsylvania typically start around $23,700 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $29,050 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Pennsylvania?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 19,350 people are employed as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Pennsylvania.
What is the hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Pennsylvania?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Pennsylvania is approximately $17.69 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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