Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay in West Virginia
In West Virginia, the median pay for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists is $16.58 an hour ($34,480 a year). About 1,020 people work in this job there.
That is 4% lower than the U.S. median ($35,790). West Virginia ranks 30th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists in West Virginia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $11.34 | $23,580 |
| 25% of workers | $13.80 | $28,710 |
| Half of workers (median) | $16.58 | $34,480 |
| 75% of workers | $22.28 | $46,340 |
| 90% of workers | $28.99 | $60,300 |
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay in West Virginia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Morgantown | $32,790 | 150 |
| Weirton-Steubenville | $32,390 | 150 |
| Wheeling | $31,720 | 200 |
| Parkersburg-Vienna | $30,490 | 80 |
| Huntington-Ashland | $29,580 | 140 |
| Beckley | $28,610 | 70 |
West Virginia unemployment rate: 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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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Retail Salespersons | $28,950 |
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