Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists is $17.17 an hour ($35,700 a year). About 2,930 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($35,790). Iowa ranks 22nd of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $12.81 | $26,650 |
| 25% of workers | $14.27 | $29,670 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.17 | $35,700 |
| 75% of workers | $23.36 | $48,580 |
| 90% of workers | $27.04 | $56,250 |
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Ames | $36,170 | 170 |
| Iowa City | $35,950 | 240 |
| Cedar Rapids | $35,770 | 260 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $35,640 | 870 |
| Dubuque | $35,360 | 110 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | $35,360 | 160 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $33,580 | 420 |
| Sioux City | $30,330 | 100 |
Iowa 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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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Retail Salespersons | $31,360 |
| Skincare Specialists | $37,080 |
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