SOC 39-5012 · May 2025 · BLS OEWS
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists — Southern Vermont
Southern Vermont nonmetropolitan area · 1 metro areas compared
In Southern Vermont, VT the median wage for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists reaches $46,780 a year.
Wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Salary overview
In Southern Vermont, VT the median wage for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists reaches $46,780 a year. That is 30.7% more than the national median of $35,790. Pay ranges from under $30,870 at the tenth percentile to more than $78,250 at the ninetieth, with the interquartile range running from $31,190 to $59,440.
The area has 150 jobs in this occupation, giving a location quotient of 0.89 — a measure of how concentrated the occupation is here relative to the country as a whole. Within the state, Burlington records the highest median at $58,740. Of the 319 occupations with published wages in this area, it sits 233rd.
Percentile breakdown
| Percentile | Annual | vs US median |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,870 | −13.7% |
| 25th | $31,190 | −12.9% |
| Median (50th) | $46,780 | +30.7% |
| 75th | $59,440 | +66.1% |
| 90th | $78,250 | +118.6% |
| Mean | $50,700 | +41.7% |
Other metro areas in Vermont
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Burlington | $58,740 | 220 |
What the pay is worth locally
Prices in Southern Vermont sit close to the national average, so $46,780 is worth roughly its face value against pay elsewhere.
Published median
$46,780as reported by BLSLocal price level
98.0US average = 100 · BEA 2024Adjusted for local prices
$47,735US average = 100 · BEA 2024Key takeaways
- Median pay is $46,780 a year, 30.7% above the national median.
- Published pay spans $30,870 to $78,250 between the tenth and ninetieth percentiles.
- The area has 150 jobs in this occupation.
- The highest-paying metro area covered is Burlington, at $58,740.
Frequently asked questions
What is the median wage for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Southern Vermont, VT?
The median annual wage is $46,780, or $22.49 per hour, as of May 2025. Half of the workers in this occupation earn more than that and half earn less.
Is that higher than the national average?
The national median for this occupation is $35,790, so pay in Southern Vermont, VT is 30.7% higher. These figures are medians, not averages: half of workers fall on each side.
What do the top earners make?
The top tenth of this occupation in Southern Vermont, VT earns more than $78,250 per year. The ninetieth percentile is the highest figure the survey publishes.
What is the starting range?
The tenth percentile wage is $30,870 per year. The survey measures wages actually paid rather than experience level, so this reflects the lowest-paid tenth rather than entry-level pay specifically.
Which area nearby pays the most?
The highest median for this occupation among the metro areas covered is in Burlington, at $58,740 per year.
How many jobs are there in this occupation here?
The survey estimates 150 jobs in this occupation in Southern Vermont, VT. Self-employed workers are not included.
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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