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Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
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Annual Salary (Wages)

Lower End Wage (10th Percentile)

$20,470($9.84/hr)

Middle Wage (50th Percentile)

$34,180($16.43/hr)

Higher End Wage (90th Percentile)

$72,560($34.88/hr)

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Wage (1/5)
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Job Openings (5/5)
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Job Growth Rate (4/5)
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Experience Level (3/5)
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Annual Median Wage
$ 34,180
$20,470 $72,560
Annual NC Wage Range
Growth Rate
Fast Growing

Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists provide haircutting, hairstyling, and other services related to personal appearance.

What do they typically do

Number of Jobs

Average Annual

Job Growth +1.2%

Job Openings 2,661

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Education & Training

Education
Most occupations require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
Associated Programs or Majors
Cosmetology Instructor
Hair Styling/Stylist and Hair Design
Cosmetology
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License
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Private Training Programs

Standard Esthetics Fundamentals

Cosmetology Course 1500 Hours

Natural Hair Care Stylist Program

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Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists provide haircutting, hairstyling, and other services related to personal appearance.
What do they typically do
Number of Jobs
Average Annual
Job Growth +1.2%
Job Opening 2,661
Job Listings
Select a region/location in North Carolina to begin your search.
View available jobs
Education & Training
Education
Most occupations require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
Associated Programs or Majors
Cosmetology Instructor
Hair Styling/Stylist and Hair Design
Cosmetology
More
License
More
Private Training Programs
Standard Esthetics Fundamentals
Cosmetology Course 1500 Hours
Natural Hair Care Stylist Program
More
15329
By Goal Career
Find out where to start your new journey.Get started
By Current Occupation
Find out what's next in line on your career journey.Get started
17012
Change 1683

Interests

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Social

Work Place

Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists usually work in pleasant surroundings with good lighting. Physical stamina is important because they are on their feet for most of their shift. Prolonged exposure to some chemicals may cause skin irritation, so they often wear protective clothing such as disposable gloves or aprons. Many hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists work part time. Work schedules often include evenings and weekends, the times when barbershops and beauty salons are the busiest.

Top Skills & Abilities

Knowledge/Specialties

Sales and Marketing
Customer and Personal Service
Administration and Management

Experience

Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required.

Training

Usually one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers - an apprenticeship may be available.

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