Menu
Avg. salary range
$52k–$59k
across regions
Hours / Day
10
Days / Week
4
working days
About this career
A cosmetologist is a skilled professional who specializes in enhancing and maintaining the beauty and appearance of hair, skin, and nails. They work in salons, spas, and beauty centers, using their creativity and expertise to help people look and feel their best. Cosmetologists offer a wide range of services, including hair cutting, styling, coloring, and treatments, as well as skincare treatments such as facials, makeup application, and nail care. They keep up with the latest trends and techniques in hairstyling, makeup, and skincare to provide their clients with personalized and up-to-date services. Cosmetologists have excellent interpersonal skills and listen attentively to their clients' needs and preferences, offering advice and recommendations to achieve the desired look. Their artistic abilities and passion for making people feel confident and beautiful make them valuable professionals in the beauty industry.
Career Level
Where you could work
Click or tap a logo to learn more.
Where do we get our data?
Our career data is based on regional averages provided by the Spokane Workforce Council. Data is subject to change based on location, job specialty, experience level, and/or union association.
What you'll need
Hover or tap a skill to learn more.
Communication
Are you able to write or vocalize your thoughts efficiently? Can you retain information that you hear or read?
Compassion
Are you able to understand how someone else is feeling without judgment? Do you reach out when you see someone in need of help?
Problem Solving
Do you enjoy solving puzzles? Are you able to easily identify the cause of a problem?
Reliability
When you say that you will do something, do you do it? Do you consistently show up on time? Are you someone that other people can depend on or trust?
Education & Training
Certificate or Apprenticeship Program
Certificates and apprenticeships are available in skilled trades and career-oriented fields. Some programs offer coursework that is similar to that of associate's degree programs in the same subject, and students may be able to transfer their credits to associate's degree programs when they finish. Certificate programs usually take between one and two years to complete.
Compensation
Columbia Basin
Washington
Low
$32,900
Average
$56,900
High
$63,100
Washington minimum wage
Salary data reflects regional averages and may vary by employer, experience, and specialization.
Work Schedule
Shift cycle
4 on · 3 off per cycle
Shifts depend on client demand. Entry level employees often start with longer shifts on weekdays and shorter shifts on weekends. Schedules can become more flexible after consistent clientele is established
How does it compare?
Average Salary
$56,067
Overall Rank
161st
out of 199 careers
In Hospitality
9th
out of 18 careers
Salary distribution
Rankings are based on average salary data across all careers in our database. Individual earnings may vary.
See it in action
