Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in California
Also called: Hairdressers and Cosmetologists
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in California earn a median of $38,660 a year, +8% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $38,660
- vs. U.S. median
- +8% ($35,790)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 27,080
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,360; the top 10% earn over $68,640. Nationally the range is $27,040 to $71,190.
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Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay in California
How much do hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists make in California?
The median is $38,660 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,360 and the top 10% earn over $68,640. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 50 (+8% vs. the national median of $35,790). Living costs are not included.