Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay in Georgia
In Georgia, the median pay for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists is $16.62 an hour ($34,560 a year). About 7,910 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($35,790). Georgia ranks 29th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists in Georgia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $8.32 | $17,310 |
| 25% of workers | $11.93 | $24,810 |
| Half of workers (median) | $16.62 | $34,560 |
| 75% of workers | $23.43 | $48,730 |
| 90% of workers | $38.06 | $79,170 |
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay in Georgia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell | $34,640 | 5,760 |
| Brunswick-St. Simons | $30,260 | 110 |
| Athens-Clarke County | $30,250 | 170 |
| Savannah | $30,210 | 310 |
| Columbus | $29,790 | 210 |
| Augusta-Richmond County | $29,430 | 350 |
| Gainesville | $28,930 | 140 |
| Macon-Bibb County | $26,280 | 110 |
| Albany | $23,760 | 30 |
Georgia unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 | $30,840 |
| Skincare Specialists | $48,660 |
| Manicurists and Pedicurists | $26,910 |
| Shampooers | $27,560 |
| Barbers | $30,750 |
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