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Manicurists and Pedicurists Salary in Massachusetts
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Manicurists and Pedicurists make in Massachusetts?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$35,470
Median Annual Salary
▲
+3.8% vs 2024
$38,750
Mean Salary
$35,470
Median Salary
$17.05
Hourly Rate
4,660 people work as Manicurists and Pedicurists in Massachusetts
Manicurists and Pedicurists salary by percentile in Massachusetts
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Manicurists and Pedicurists in Massachusetts earn a median salary of $35,470 per year ($2,955/month).
This is 4.4% below the national average of $37,107.
Massachusetts ranks #27 out of 49 states for Manicurists and Pedicurists pay.
Approximately 4,660 people work in this occupation across Massachusetts.
Salaries increased by 3.8% 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 Massachusetts
Salaries for Manicurists and Pedicurists in Massachusetts range from $33,510 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $46,210 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $34,940 and $44,800.
Median $35,470
P10: $33,510P25: $34,940P75: $44,800P90: $46,210
10th
$33,510
25th
$34,940
Median
$35,470
75th
$44,800
90th
$46,210
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$33,510
$16.11
$2,792
25th Percentile
$34,940
$16.80
$2,911
Median (50th)
$35,470
$17.05
$2,955
75th Percentile
$44,800
$21.54
$3,733
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$46,210
$22.22
$3,850
Note: The mean (average) salary of $38,750 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Manicurists and Pedicurists make in Massachusetts?
The median annual salary for Manicurists and Pedicurists in Massachusetts is $35,470 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $38,750.
What is the salary range for a Manicurists and Pedicurists in Massachusetts?
Salaries for Manicurists and Pedicurists in Massachusetts range from $33,510 at the 10th percentile to $46,210 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $34,940 and $44,800.
What is the starting salary for a Manicurists and Pedicurists in Massachusetts?
Entry-level Manicurists and Pedicurists positions in Massachusetts typically start around $33,510 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $34,940 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Manicurists and Pedicurists in Massachusetts?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 4,660 people are employed as Manicurists and Pedicurists in Massachusetts.
What is the hourly rate for a Manicurists and Pedicurists in Massachusetts?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Manicurists and Pedicurists in Massachusetts is approximately $17.05 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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