Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay in New Jersey
In New Jersey, the median pay for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists is $17.38 an hour ($36,150 a year). About 15,500 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($35,790). New Jersey ranks 20th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists in New Jersey
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.49 | $32,220 |
| 25% of workers | $16.17 | $33,630 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.38 | $36,150 |
| 75% of workers | $25.76 | $53,580 |
| 90% of workers | $44.27 | $92,090 |
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay in New Jersey metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Atlantic City-Hammonton | $42,350 | 630 |
| Trenton-Princeton | $39,990 | 690 |
| Vineland | $37,680 | 220 |
New Jersey unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 | $36,520 |
| Manicurists and Pedicurists | $36,370 |
| Skincare Specialists | $45,870 |
| Shampooers | $33,180 |
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