Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay in Alabama
In Alabama, the median pay for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists is $14.02 an hour ($29,150 a year). About 3,300 people work in this job there.
That is 19% lower than the U.S. median ($35,790). Alabama ranks 47th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists in Alabama
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $10.24 | $21,300 |
| 25% of workers | $11.35 | $23,610 |
| Half of workers (median) | $14.02 | $29,150 |
| 75% of workers | $17.90 | $37,230 |
| 90% of workers | $27.26 | $56,700 |
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay in Alabama metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Montgomery | $30,530 | 260 |
| Tuscaloosa | $30,250 | 160 |
| Mobile | $29,700 | 350 |
| Huntsville | $29,150 | 550 |
| Birmingham | $29,000 | 1,050 |
| Florence-Muscle Shoals | $28,550 | 50 |
| Decatur | $28,430 | 90 |
| Dothan | $28,150 | 90 |
| Auburn-Opelika | $27,980 | 120 |
| Gadsden | $27,070 | 40 |
Alabama unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +7.7% over ten years, faster than average · about 73,400 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
| Retail Salespersons | $30,040 |
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| Skincare Specialists | $39,260 |
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