Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Illinois
In Illinois, hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists earn a median of $34,800 per year.
Median (Illinois)
$34,800
Bottom 10%
$29,120
Top 10%
$62,610
Employed in Illinois
13,770
How Illinois compares
Refit analysis ·In Illinois, hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists earn a median of $34,800 — in line with the national median of $35,250. Locally the range runs $29,120 to $62,610. About 13,770 people hold this role in the state.
Refit analysis ·Illinois ranks #26 of 53 states for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists pay — roughly the 52th percentile among states. That trails the top-paying state (Washington, $58,920) by 69%. State employment of about 13,770 also shapes how competitive local openings are.
National benchmark
US median
$35,250
US bottom 10%
$24,580
US top 10%
$70,220
Skills that move pay in this role
- Active Listening
- Speaking
- Critical Thinking
- Active Learning
- Reading Comprehension
- Monitoring
- Writing
- Learning Strategies
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