Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay in Providence-Warwick
In Providence-Warwick (RI), the median pay for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists is $15.00 an hour ($31,200 a year). About 2,120 people work in this job there.
That is 13% lower than the U.S. median ($35,790). It is about the same as the Rhode Island median ($31,200).
Pay range for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists in Providence-Warwick (RI)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.00 | $31,200 |
| 25% of workers | $15.00 | $31,200 |
| Half of workers (median) | $15.00 | $31,200 |
| 75% of workers | $18.07 | $37,580 |
| 90% of workers | $31.46 | $65,430 |
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay in Rhode Island metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Providence-Warwick (this page) | $31,200 | 2,120 |
Rhode Island unemployment rate: 3.7% (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)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Retail Salespersons | $35,230 |
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