Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay in Maryland
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Maryland earn an average of $45,350 a year. That is $1,390 (3%) more than the U.S. average of $43,960. The best-paying metro area is Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV at $49,360.
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Average pay for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists by metro area. Swipe to see all 6.
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Maryland vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $43,960 | $21.13 |
| Maryland | $45,350 | $21.80 |
| District of Columbia | $70,320 | $33.81 |
| Pennsylvania | $43,000 | $20.68 |
| Delaware | $42,990 | $20.67 |
| West Virginia | $40,320 | $19.39 |
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Average pay, Maryland, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists make in Maryland?
The average is $45,350 a year, and the median is $36,420. That is $1,390 (3%) more than the U.S. average of $43,960.
What is the hourly wage in Maryland?
$21.80 an hour on average; the median is $17.51.
Where in Maryland do they earn the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV ($49,360), followed by Salisbury, MD ($46,750). The lowest average among 6 metro areas with data is Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV ($36,350).
How does Maryland rank?
Maryland ranks #16 of 50 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.