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Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Utah
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Utah?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$35,140
Median Annual Salary
▲
+0.5% vs 2024
$41,840
Mean Salary
$35,140
Median Salary
$16.89
Hourly Rate
2,810 people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Utah
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary by percentile in Utah
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Utah earn a median salary of $35,140 per year ($2,928/month).
This is 3.1% below the national average of $36,270.
Utah ranks #24 out of 50 states for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay.
Approximately 2,810 people work in this occupation across Utah.
Salaries increased by 0.5% 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 Utah
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Utah range from $21,810 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $75,860 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $28,540 and $51,130.
Median $35,140
P10: $21,810P25: $28,540P75: $51,130P90: $75,860
10th
$21,810
25th
$28,540
Median
$35,140
75th
$51,130
90th
$75,860
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$21,810
$10.49
$1,817
25th Percentile
$28,540
$13.72
$2,378
Median (50th)
$35,140
$16.89
$2,928
75th Percentile
$51,130
$24.58
$4,260
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$75,860
$36.47
$6,321
Note: The mean (average) salary of $41,840 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#24
Utah ranks #24 of 50 states
$36,270
National avg. for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Utah?
The median annual salary for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Utah is $35,140 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $41,840.
What is the salary range for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Utah?
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Utah range from $21,810 at the 10th percentile to $75,860 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $28,540 and $51,130.
What is the starting salary for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Utah?
Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists positions in Utah typically start around $21,810 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $28,540 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Utah?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 2,810 people are employed as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Utah.
What is the hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Utah?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Utah is approximately $16.89 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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