Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay in Arkansas
In Arkansas, the median pay for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists is $13.86 an hour ($28,830 a year). About 1,410 people work in this job there.
That is 19% lower than the U.S. median ($35,790). Arkansas ranks 48th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists in Arkansas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $11.50 | $23,920 |
| 25% of workers | $11.74 | $24,410 |
| Half of workers (median) | $13.86 | $28,830 |
| 75% of workers | $16.22 | $33,730 |
| 90% of workers | $24.03 | $49,990 |
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay in Arkansas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers | $30,410 | 540 |
| Hot Springs | $28,680 | 40 |
| Fort Smith | $28,090 | 70 |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway | $27,790 | 470 |
| Jonesboro | $27,570 | 90 |
Arkansas unemployment rate: 3.9% (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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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Retail Salespersons | $29,270 |
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