Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists is $15.05 an hour ($31,310 a year). About 6,080 people work in this job there.
That is 13% lower than the U.S. median ($35,790). Tennessee ranks 38th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $12.36 | $25,700 |
| 25% of workers | $13.86 | $28,820 |
| Half of workers (median) | $15.05 | $31,310 |
| 75% of workers | $19.23 | $39,990 |
| 90% of workers | $27.89 | $58,000 |
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $34,430 | 2,770 |
| Memphis | $30,980 | 1,000 |
| Knoxville | $30,650 | 910 |
| Cleveland | $30,390 | 40 |
| Chattanooga | $30,380 | 410 |
| Clarksville | $29,900 | 160 |
| Morristown | $29,210 | 50 |
| Johnson City | $28,980 | 180 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $28,820 | 120 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (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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|---|---|
| Retail Salespersons | $31,950 |
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| Manicurists and Pedicurists | $34,810 |
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