CO · BLS OEWS 2024 · SOC 39-5012

Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Colorado

Median Annual Salary $43,680 +24% above national average (national: $35,250)
$51,740Mean Annual
$21Median Hourly
6,520Employed in State

Salary Range — 10th to 90th Percentile

$43,680
$31,620
10th pct.
$93,980
90th pct.

Full Percentile Breakdown

PercentileAnnual WageHourly Wage
10th percentile (entry-level)$31,620$15.20
25th percentile$34,850$16.75
50th percentile (median)$43,680$21.00
75th percentile$60,330$29.00
90th percentile (top earners)$93,980$45.18
Mean (average)$51,740$24.87

How Colorado Compares

StateMedian Annualvs. Colorado
Colorado (current) $43,680
Washington $58,920 +35%
Hawaii $52,000 +19%
Vermont $49,640 +14%
South Dakota $49,050 +12%
Maine $48,480 +11%
District of Columbia $48,060 +10%
Massachusetts $47,740 +9%
Alaska $44,700 +2%

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Food Batchmakers $43,590 3,740
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Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education $43,890 5,970
Emergency Medical Technicians $43,950 3,420
Self-Enrichment Teachers $43,380 9,490

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary in Colorado?

The mean hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists salary in Colorado is $51,740 per year. The median (middle) salary is $43,680 per year. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.

What is the starting salary for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Colorado?

Entry-level hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologistss (10th percentile) in Colorado typically earn around $31,620 per year. Workers at the 25th percentile earn approximately $34,850 per year.

What is the highest Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary in Colorado?

Top earners (90th percentile) in this occupation in Colorado make approximately $93,980 per year. Those in the 75th percentile earn around $60,330 per year.

How does the Colorado Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary compare to the national average?

The median hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists salary in Colorado is $43,680, which is +24% above national average of $35,250.

Data Source: This data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, May 2024 release. All wages are estimates. Actual salaries may vary based on experience, education, employer, and other factors. bls.gov/oes