Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay in Kentucky
In Kentucky, the median pay for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists is $14.35 an hour ($29,840 a year). About 2,350 people work in this job there.
That is 17% lower than the U.S. median ($35,790). Kentucky ranks 42nd of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists in Kentucky
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $10.85 | $22,580 |
| 25% of workers | $12.85 | $26,730 |
| Half of workers (median) | $14.35 | $29,840 |
| 75% of workers | $20.30 | $42,220 |
| 90% of workers | $36.62 | $76,170 |
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay in Kentucky metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville/Jefferson County | $33,620 | 930 |
| Lexington-Fayette | $29,230 | 530 |
| Bowling Green | $28,580 | 100 |
| Elizabethtown | $28,390 | 70 |
| Paducah | $28,350 | 40 |
| Owensboro | $27,890 | 40 |
Kentucky unemployment rate: 4.7% (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)
Related jobs in Kentucky
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Retail Salespersons | $29,650 |
| Skincare Specialists | $38,580 |
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