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Manicurists and Pedicurists Salary in New York
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Manicurists and Pedicurists make in New York?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$34,660
Median Annual Salary
▲
+3.8% vs 2024
$35,280
Mean Salary
$34,660
Median Salary
$16.66
Hourly Rate
19,710 people work as Manicurists and Pedicurists in New York
Manicurists and Pedicurists salary by percentile in New York
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Manicurists and Pedicurists in New York earn a median salary of $34,660 per year ($2,888/month).
This is 6.6% below the national average of $37,107.
New York ranks #35 out of 49 states for Manicurists and Pedicurists pay.
Approximately 19,710 people work in this occupation across New York.
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 New York
Salaries for Manicurists and Pedicurists in New York range from $32,240 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $35,730 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $34,070 and $34,930.
Median $34,660
P10: $32,240P25: $34,070P75: $34,930P90: $35,730
10th
$32,240
25th
$34,070
Median
$34,660
75th
$34,930
90th
$35,730
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$32,240
$15.50
$2,686
25th Percentile
$34,070
$16.38
$2,839
Median (50th)
$34,660
$16.66
$2,888
75th Percentile
$34,930
$16.79
$2,910
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$35,730
$17.18
$2,977
Note: The mean (average) salary of $35,280 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Manicurists and Pedicurists make in New York?
The median annual salary for Manicurists and Pedicurists in New York is $34,660 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $35,280.
What is the salary range for a Manicurists and Pedicurists in New York?
Salaries for Manicurists and Pedicurists in New York range from $32,240 at the 10th percentile to $35,730 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $34,070 and $34,930.
What is the starting salary for a Manicurists and Pedicurists in New York?
Entry-level Manicurists and Pedicurists positions in New York typically start around $32,240 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $34,070 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Manicurists and Pedicurists in New York?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 19,710 people are employed as Manicurists and Pedicurists in New York.
What is the hourly rate for a Manicurists and Pedicurists in New York?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Manicurists and Pedicurists in New York is approximately $16.66 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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