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Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Texas
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Texas?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$30,680
Median Annual Salary
▲
+8.1% vs 2024
$38,820
Mean Salary
$30,680
Median Salary
$14.75
Hourly Rate
22,440 people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Texas
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary by percentile in Texas
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Texas earn a median salary of $30,680 per year ($2,556/month).
This is 15.4% below the national average of $36,270.
Texas ranks #41 out of 50 states for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay.
Approximately 22,440 people work in this occupation across Texas.
Salaries increased by 8.1% 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 Texas
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Texas range from $23,580 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $59,730 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $28,270 and $47,180.
Median $30,680
P10: $23,580P25: $28,270P75: $47,180P90: $59,730
10th
$23,580
25th
$28,270
Median
$30,680
75th
$47,180
90th
$59,730
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$23,580
$11.34
$1,965
25th Percentile
$28,270
$13.59
$2,355
Median (50th)
$30,680
$14.75
$2,556
75th Percentile
$47,180
$22.68
$3,931
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$59,730
$28.72
$4,977
Note: The mean (average) salary of $38,820 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#41
Texas ranks #41 of 50 states
$36,270
National avg. for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Texas?
The median annual salary for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Texas is $30,680 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $38,820.
What is the salary range for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Texas?
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Texas range from $23,580 at the 10th percentile to $59,730 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $28,270 and $47,180.
What is the starting salary for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Texas?
Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists positions in Texas typically start around $23,580 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $28,270 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Texas?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 22,440 people are employed as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Texas.
What is the hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Texas?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Texas is approximately $14.75 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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