Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay in North Dakota
In North Dakota, the median pay for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists is $16.76 an hour ($34,850 a year). About 870 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($35,790). North Dakota ranks 26th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists in North Dakota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $11.60 | $24,130 |
| 25% of workers | $14.67 | $30,510 |
| Half of workers (median) | $16.76 | $34,850 |
| 75% of workers | $25.71 | $53,480 |
| 90% of workers | $37.40 | $77,800 |
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay in North Dakota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Fargo | $34,910 | 350 |
| Bismarck | $34,680 | 260 |
| Minot | $32,030 | 90 |
| Grand Forks | $31,620 | 80 |
North Dakota unemployment rate: 2.2% (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 | $36,040 |
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