Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay in Minnesota
In Minnesota, the median pay for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists is $18.83 an hour ($39,170 a year). About 5,320 people work in this job there.
That is 9% higher than the U.S. median ($35,790). Minnesota ranks 8th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists in Minnesota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $11.34 | $23,590 |
| 25% of workers | $16.65 | $34,620 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.83 | $39,170 |
| 75% of workers | $28.51 | $59,300 |
| 90% of workers | $37.92 | $78,880 |
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay in Minnesota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington | $46,310 | 3,920 |
| Rochester | $39,460 | 190 |
| St. Cloud | $35,310 | 220 |
| Duluth | $35,080 | 270 |
| Mankato | $35,010 | 130 |
Minnesota unemployment rate: 4.4% (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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