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Manicurists and Pedicurists Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Manicurists and Pedicurists make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$36,630
Median Annual Salary
▲
+4.7% vs 2024
$39,730
Mean Salary
$36,630
Median Salary
$17.61
Hourly Rate
39,210 people work as Manicurists and Pedicurists in California
Manicurists and Pedicurists salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Manicurists and Pedicurists in California earn a median salary of $36,630 per year ($3,052/month).
This is 1.3% below the national average of $37,107.
California ranks #20 out of 49 states for Manicurists and Pedicurists pay.
Approximately 39,210 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 4.7% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Manicurists and Pedicurists
Clean and shape customers' fingernails and toenails. May polish or decorate nails.
Top Skills
Active Listening
3.0
Speaking
3.0
Social Perceptiveness
3.0
Service Orientation
3.0
Reading Comprehension
2.75
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
3.37
English Language
2.64
Administration and Management
2.59
Personnel and Human Resources
2.47
Sales and Marketing
2.44
Typical Education: Post-Secondary Certificate
(14.8% of workers)
Salary Range: Manicurists and Pedicurists in California
Salaries for Manicurists and Pedicurists in California range from $34,840 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $47,260 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $35,480 and $39,590.
Median $36,630
P10: $34,840P25: $35,480P75: $39,590P90: $47,260
10th
$34,840
25th
$35,480
Median
$36,630
75th
$39,590
90th
$47,260
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$34,840
$16.75
$2,903
25th Percentile
$35,480
$17.06
$2,956
Median (50th)
$36,630
$17.61
$3,052
75th Percentile
$39,590
$19.03
$3,299
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$47,260
$22.72
$3,938
Note: The mean (average) salary of $39,730 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Manicurists and Pedicurists make in California?
The median annual salary for Manicurists and Pedicurists in California is $36,630 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $39,730.
What is the salary range for a Manicurists and Pedicurists in California?
Salaries for Manicurists and Pedicurists in California range from $34,840 at the 10th percentile to $47,260 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $35,480 and $39,590.
What is the starting salary for a Manicurists and Pedicurists in California?
Entry-level Manicurists and Pedicurists positions in California typically start around $34,840 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $35,480 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Manicurists and Pedicurists in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 39,210 people are employed as Manicurists and Pedicurists in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Manicurists and Pedicurists in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Manicurists and Pedicurists in California is approximately $17.61 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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